SEON: Sustainable Building Science News
SEON (Sustainable Energy Outreach Network) stands as a beacon to the profession of building science. As an authoritative voice, SEON is not just an advocate and trainer, but a repository of knowledge, aggregating news and developments in the realm of building science, not only from Vermont and its immediate surroundings but from every corner of the globe.
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SEON’s commitment to creating a more sustainable future is reflected in its meticulous curation of news. With a lens focused intently on promoting the Vermont Contract Registry, SEON champions the very essence of high-performance building and energy efficiency practices, ensuring that the state remains at the forefront of sustainable construction.
Yet, SEON’s horizon is vast. We recognize the importance of global synergy and the benefits that can be gleaned from international advancements. Therefore, our team scours international headlines, research papers, and industry reports to bring to our audience the most intriguing, revolutionary, and impactful news. From innovative building solutions that are redefining architectural paradigms to spotlight features of houses and edifices that encapsulate the spirit of sustainability, SEON ensures that its audience is always abreast of the latest developments.
But our efforts do not stop at mere aggregation. We believe in amplifying this knowledge, in making it accessible and engaging. Our newsletters, meticulously crafted, serve as a nexus between the latest advancements and our devoted readership. These periodic digests encapsulate the most vital news, ensuring that even in today’s information overload, the essence of sustainable building science is never lost.
Our digital footprint extends further to social media platforms, where snippets of the latest trends, groundbreaking discoveries, and spotlight features are shared, fostering a community that is actively engaged and impassioned about building a greener tomorrow. Moreover, SEON’s blog serves as a repository where in-depth analyses, expert opinions, and thought leadership in sustainable building are showcased, offering a holistic perspective to enthusiasts, experts, and novices alike.
In essence, SEON is more than a network; it’s a movement. A movement that aggregates, elucidates, and disseminates the essence of sustainable building science, ensuring that Vermont and the world at large stride confidently towards a more sustainable, efficient, and harmonious future.
The Sustainable Energy Outreach Network (SEON) has received 3 grants from the Vermont Community Foundation over the past few months.
SEON receives 3 grants from the Vermont Community Foundation Read More »
SEON Delivers Foundational course on High Performance Building
Press Release: SEON Delivers Foundational course on High Performance Building Read More »
Anne Manner-McLary of Heurista becomes the consultant for SEON’s Capacity Building Grant.
Heurista becomes the consultant for SEON’s Capacity Building Grant. Read More »
SEON (Sustainable Energy Outreach Network) is excited to announce the addition of Mike LaCross to our Board.
Mike LaCrosse Joins SEON’s Board Read More »
GoLab’s new product—TimberFill / TimberHP X 3 is here. TimberFill is the only recyclable, renewable, non-toxic, and carbon negative insulation. It offers superior building envelope, thermal and acoustic performance. It is safe, moisture managing and sound absorbing. Recommended by: SEON (Sustainable Energy Outreach Network)
GoLab’s new product—TimberFill is here. Read More »
SEON is the receipt of a $5,000 grant from the Vermont Community Foundation’s Advisory “Modesty is our Best Quality Fund”
SEON receives Vermont Community Foundation grant Read More »
Learn about this 9-week Construction Business Bootcamp!
Construction Business Bootcamp Read More »
This is one of those things you want to know before you build or retrofit / remodel your home. As homeowners, it’s our responsibility to ensure that our homes are not just comfortable and beautiful, but also environmentally responsible. One critical aspect that is often overlooked in residential construction is the use of Portland cement.
Go Green with Sustainable Alternatives to Portland Cement Read More »
One of SEON’s goals is to help build a more diversified workforce in the building trades, by focusing on training and employing more non-traditional workers. One of the members of our network, Duane Case, who is a professional home builder in Bellows Falls, has been temporarily mentoring and employing an Afghan refugee who has recently relocated to the Brattleboro Area.
SEON Member Employs Afghan Refugee Read More »
As high performance builders, we are always seeking ways to improve our craft and create homes that are more efficient, resilient, and sustainable. But when it comes to designing and constructing homes that work in harmony with the environment, we have the best mentor: nature itself. On National Beaver Day, we celebrate the incredible resourcefulness and ingenuity of beavers, whose natural building techniques have inspired some of the most forward-thinking builders to create homes that are more energy-efficient, resilient, and adaptable.
