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Written works that inspire a better built environment, compiled by Staff & Members. 1- Last Child in the Woods: Saving Our Children from Nature-Deficit Disorder  Richard Louv, 2008  The book explores how

By Karen Igou, Senior Program Manager for Community Engagement   During our recent Green Building United Sustainability Symposium, it was more apparent to me than ever that green stormwater management

On May 15, more than 450 professionals, advocates, students, and community leaders gathered at Temple University for Green Building United’s 16th Annual Sustainability Symposium—our largest annual convening

This year, Green Building United celebrates 25 years of impact, and the community that made it possible. “It began with an invitation to anyone who was

By Liz Brensinger Birds brighten our yards and our lives year-round. During spring and fall migration, the number of birds, species, colors and songs rises to new heights (pun intended). But migration is

How Your Expertise Drives Health, Equity, and Climate Action in Our Region  For Green Building United (GBU), climate action in practice is about creating real, measurable improvements in our

By Sangeetha Sambandam As the incoming chair of Green Building United’s Board of Directors, I am greatly honored to be serving this organization. I am immensely

A year-end note from Executive Director Rich Freeh on resilience, impact, and what comes next. In a year of political and economic challenges unlike any in

Green Building United is excited to announce that the Call for Sessions is officially open for the 2026 Sustainability Symposium, taking place at Temple University’s

About Marwa: Marwa Altamimi is a Fulbright Scholar from Palestine with a Master’s in Innovation Management and Entrepreneurship from Temple University. She has a background in architectural engineering and more