Building Renewable
Dedicated to Renewable, Sustainable Building Materials and Technologies.
Read about how to build a sustainable home using a wise range of technologies and approaches.

Building Renewable’s Mission
Our mission is to share our knowledge of sustainable building materials and techniques to allow more people to build homes that work in harmony with the planet.
We have articles on traditional building techniques that have very low carbon footprints, clever ways to obtain recycled materials that will save you money as well as reduce the impact on the environment, and ideas for using materials that you might not have considered.
Read Our Sustainable Building Knowledge base Articles
Our guides and articles will bring your knowledge up to date and inspire your next project.
Bamboo Architecture
Our bamboo construction articles showcase the amazing structures that this versatile material has been used to create.

Sheep’s Wool Insulation
Sheep’s wool insulation is highly efficient, fire resistant, and durable, as well as being very eco-friendly.

More Articles on Sustainable Building

Can Wood Be Recycled? We Discover the Surprising Truth
Can wood be recycled? Most people know that glass, paper and plastic can be recycled, but what about wood? This article looks at the issue in detail, so click here learn more.

Composite Decking vs. Wood Cost 2023 – Price Comparison Chart
Given the popularity of composite decking, many folk are asking about composite decking vs. wood cost in 2023. This article provides price comparisons between common brands of composite and wood decking, as well as answering some frequently asked questions.

Scrap to Steel: The 5-Step Steel Recycling Process
Have you every wondered how steel is recycled? In this article, we cover the 5-Step Steel Recycling Process from start to finish to answer all your questions.

Does Reclaimed Wood Smell? What You Need To Know
Are you interested in using reclaimed wood in your next project but want to ensure you avoid any unpleasant reclaimed wood smell? This article will guide you through the best ways to prevent or eliminate such pesky odors.

Earthbag vs. Other Sustainable Building Methods: Who Wins?
If you’re looking to build a home using sustainable building materials, you’ll be interested in this article, which discusses earthbag vs. other sustainable building methods to find out which is the best.

Havelock Insulation: A Review of Their Wool Insulation
Havelock Wool is the company behind the Havelock Insulation brand, but what is wool insulation and why should you use it? We investigate this and other questions.

6 Great Companies That Make Sheep’s Wool Insulation
Sheeps’s wool has excellent thermal properties and is growing in popularity as a building material, but are there many companies that make sheep’s wool insulation? We answer this question and more.

Adobe Brick Calculator (With Your Own Dimensions)
Are you wondering how many adobe bricks you need to build an adobe wall? Our custom adobe brick calculator will give you the answer in a jiffy.

Engineered Wood Beams – Which Is The Strongest?
Engineered wood beams can be made in several different ways. This article compares the strengths of the most common types, including Glulam, LVL, and PSL. Click for more info.

Should You Consider Bamboo Plywood Sheets? (Pros & Cons)
Bamboo plywood sheets are being recognized as a green alternative material to hardwood. But as people consider the transition from hardwood to bamboo plywood, they wonder what the material’s benefits and drawbacks are. This article explains all.

The 10 Pros and Cons of Corn Stoves (and Where To Buy)
Corn stoves have been around for years as an alternative to more traditional ways to heat your home. But how much do they cost and are they better for the environment than woo-burning stoves and other options? We tell all in this article.

Best 15 Sustainable Building Material Companies in New York
If you’re interested in building in New York using eco-friendly materials and techniques, you might want to check one of these companies out. This article lists the best 15 sustainable building material companies in New York and what makes them unique.