If you think of the primary building materials that are used in the construction of your home, what types come to mind? You’d probably agree that materials such as wood, steel, and concrete make up a ...

The construction industry is not only one of the most resource-intensive industries, but is also responsible for nearly 40% of global energy-related CO 2 emissions. In this perspective paper we ...

The term brick is often used as a synonym for common clay solid blocks, but there's more to it. Bricks are perhaps the most elementary of building materials and can be used to design modular, ...

Material choice is one of the single biggest cost levers in any new construction project, and it is also one of the most ...

According to the U.N. Environmental Program, the construction industry is not making enough efforts to achieve net-zero emissions. While all sectors are making efforts to cut greenhouse gas emissions, ...

A new study compares seven bio-based construction materials across environmental, economic, and social criteria, identifying ...

The construction industry is the elephant in the room when it comes to emissions and pollution. It is estimated that nearly half of all annual global CO 2 emissions result from the built environment.

Please note that data may shift between report updates. Please visit Morningstar.com for the most recent data as well as breaking news content. The building materials industry forms the literal ...