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is an independent writer based in Chicago, with two Eddie Awards and a book to his credit. He renovates and manages vintage properties, maintains organic gardens, is an avid urban bicyclist who has competed in 65 triathlons on three continents.
Russ Klettke
Testing Ground: A Great White Light
With a single interchange lit with all LED light, Washington State is tracking performance
Wyndham HQ Reflects Company Culture
Wyndham’s headquarters shows sustainability is at the center of its business
Place by Design: A Tactical Urbanism Showcase
SXSW Eco picks 15 finalists for its public space competition
Living Architecture: Five Growing Trends
Rana Creek’s Paul Kephart and other leading green-roof professionals explain five reasons why green infrastructure is looking at a strong and vibrant future
Lessons from an Alternative Lifestyle
EcoVillage at Ithaca will be the largest US collection of Passive House construction
The Inimitable Nancy Malone
The new LEED Fellow was an environmental proponent even before she became an architect
San Francisco Public Utilities Commission
Webcor Builders created an earthquake-proof, LEED Platinum building
Chicago Westin Hotel Opts to Subdivide and Conquer
The Michigan Avenue hotel splits its meeting rooms into smaller sizes to save energy and better serve conference planners