Material of the Week: 06.22.09 Environ Biocomposites

Environ Biocomposites produces alternative materials that are made of rapidly renewable resources such as sunflower hulls and wheat straw.

Visit their website to learn more about their products.

Check out their products' eligibility for LEED credit and information on the company's carbon footprint.

Materials in the News

Renzo Piano was interviewed by Charlie Rose in May 2009. In the interview, Piano discusses some of his recent work, as well as the impact of sustainability on current and upcoming designers.

Click here to see the interview.