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  The eco-friendly fabric question

  April 1, 2011

  Determining sustainability in fabrics requires a big picture analysis.

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  Solar options for tents

  February 1, 2011

  Decades of research narrows the search for affordable and efficient solar panels for tents.

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  Fabric products help conserve water

  January 1, 2011

  As supplies drop and demand rises, governments, companies and individuals look for cost-effective ways to save a limited resource.

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  Boat made of plastic bottles sets sail

  November 1, 2010

  Voyage highlights environmental problems of plastic bottles—and possible solutions.

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  Building a better roof

  October 1, 2010

  The Japanese government amends energy conservation laws to promote energy management.

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  DGNB builds sustainability standards

  October 1, 2010

  The DGNB has been developing its certification system to meet international requirements.

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  Making sense of sustainable printing

  October 1, 2010

  Printing choices that are sensitive to the environment are also good for business.

• Creating the future of textiles (part 1)

  August 1, 2010

  Moisture-barrier properties and sustainability concerns top one expert’s list.

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  Discover the potential of natural fibers

  August 1, 2010

  It’s not as simple as “oil versus cotton,” but technological advances have sparked renewed interest in nonsynthetic textiles.

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  How green is my economy?

  August 1, 2010

  Environmental hyperawareness is a luxury that Europe can ill afford, according to the region’s fiber industry experts.

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  Go green for the good of your business

  June 1, 2010

  Recycling and repurposing fabric will bring the satisfaction of doing what’s right— and boost your bottom line.

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  Avoiding the greenwash cycle

  May 1, 2010

  What certification really means to you and your customers.

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  Intelligent shading helps save energy

  January 1, 2010

  Shade structure and awning manufacturers are making shade pay for customers.

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  Living architecture

  January 1, 2010

  Green roofs and walls, firmly planted in geotextiles, are a growing market.

• How green is your supply chain?

  December 1, 2009

  Strong, sustainable performance management strategies create links among like-minded businesses—and with your customers.

• Practicing sustainability

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  Our impact on the environment has become a major consideration and is driving efforts in the construction industry to be eco-responsible in mineral extraction, materials and component manufacturing, and building infrastructure development. These developments are creating market opportunities for designers and builders of environments.
  
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