Tyson Dirksen: Capitalizing on Walkable & Transit‑Oriented Development (TOD) in Boise
Introduction As a seasoned developer and investor focused on accelerating value in growth markets like Boise, I’ve witnessed the transition of what drives high‑performing real estate. It’s no longer purely location—though that still matters—but the quality of location: walkability, access to transit, mixed‑use amenities, and sustainable building systems. At Evolve Development Group, we are deliberately […]
Mass Timber Real Estate and Sustainable Building Materials: Transforming Construction’s Carbon Footprint by 2050
Mass Timber, Sustainable Building Materials, and the Urgency to Transform Construction’s Carbon Footprint by 2050 The global construction industry’s carbon footprint is projected to double by 2050, creating an urgent crisis—and a transformative opportunity—for the world of sustainable real estate development and green building innovation. According to a recent study in Nature, construction has already doubled its carbon emissions […]
The Hidden Risk in Today’s Real Estate Portfolio: the Demand for Low-Carbon Buildings and Supply Challenges
If you’re a seasoned developer or investor, here’s something to ask: What happens to buildings that don’t meet the next‑wave of sustainability standards? According to JLL, we’re reaching a “tipping point” where demand for low‑carbon buildings will significantly outpace supply — and assets that fall behind risk becoming economically obsolete. We’re no longer talking about […]
Energy Efficiency: The Viral Trend Supercharging Home Value in 2025
In a volatile housing market shaped by affordability concerns and climate-driven extremes, data confirm that energy efficiency is now a top priority for American homebuyers—and a high-ROI differentiator for sellers. The Numbers Don’t Lie: An Efficiency Surge According to the 2025 Residential Sustainability Report from the National Association of Realtors, 58% of real estate professionals […]
Commercial Property Investment vs. Residential Property: Which is Right for You?
Introduction When it comes to real estate investment, one of the most common questions is: Should I invest in commercial property or residential property? Both options offer unique benefits, risks, and long-term opportunities. Making the right choice depends on your financial goals, investment strategy, and market understanding. At Evolve Development Group, Tyson Dirksen and his […]
Tyson Dirksen: Transforming Real Estate Through Innovation with Evolve
Tyson Dirksen: Transforming Real Estate Through Innovation with Evolve In the ever-changing world of real estate, where trends evolve rapidly, and client expectations rise every day, very few leaders manage to stand out with vision, innovation, and purpose. Tyson Dirksen, the driving force behind Evolve, is one such name that is reshaping the way people […]
Mass Timber Passes the World’s First 3-Hour Fire Test for High-Rises
Neutral’s fire resistance tests confirm mass timber meets IBC Type I-A standards, with assemblies exceeding the 3-hour threshold under full load conditions. https://woodcentral.com.au/mass-timber-passes-the-worlds-first-3-hour-fire-test-for-high-rises/ #Masstimber #Neurtral
Electrification is economic productivity! by Francis Vierboom
“Going back a long way we realized that because electrification is financed at fixed costs into the future, and fossil fuels exhibit not only price volatility but inflation, that electrication can be anti-inflationary. If you buy and finance solar today your energy costs stay fixed 20 years into the future. Same with your electric vehicle […]
How does the us use water?
Brian Potter wrote a great article about how the US uses water. Check it out at https://open.substack.com/pub/constructionphysics/p/how-does-the-us-use-water?r=17rje&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=email. #waterconsutmption #wateruse #water #irrigation
Historical Average Temperature INcreases!
Great article about Historical Average Temperature Increases and how… “Based off these two lines, our human-induced climate change is happening FORTY times faster than maybe the most destructive climate-based extinction event in the history of our planet.” https://www.climatetown.news/p/we-made-a-graph?utm_source=substack&publication_id=1903056&post_id=170393023&utm_medium=email&utm_ content=share&utm_campaign=email-share&triggerShare=true&isFreemail=true&r=17rje&triedRedirect=true