The ABC Green Home 4.0
The ABC Green Home Project is a series of four net-zero demonstration homes designed to prove that high-performance, sustainable houses
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Author: Karla Valdez
Existing Home Sales Edge Higher in May
Existing home sales in May rose slightly by 0.8% to an annual rate of 4.03 million, but still hovered near
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Is U.S. Lumber Self-Reliance Possible?
Lumber cost uncertainty has grown in 2025, driven by the threat of higher tariffs—particularly on Canadian softwood lumber—and stagnant U.S.
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Powering Smart Homes for Today’s Visionary Builders
The U.S. homebuilding industry is rapidly shifting toward smart, connected living as consumer demand for integrated technology rises. With over
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Building Green in Tight Spaces: Lessons From a Net Zero Duplex in Calgary
The Wicklow, a Net Zero duplex in Calgary’s Seton community by Brookfield Residential, demonstrates how thoughtful design and tight coordination
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San Antonio Meets Growth with Greener, Weather-Ready Homes
Build San Antonio Green (BSAG) is helping shape a more resilient San Antonio by certifying energy-efficient, weather-ready homes that outperform
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Building Healthier Homes for the Next Generation
Andrew Guido advocates for creating healthier, more affordable homes that go beyond aesthetics to support wellness through thoughtful design, air
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Homebuilding Stocks in Focus Amid Challenging Industry
The U.S. homebuilding industry faces significant headwinds due to high mortgage rates, rising construction costs, labor shortages and economic uncertainty,
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High Performance Home Builder Summit
The EEBA High Performance Home Builder Summit is slated for Sept. 17–19, 2025, in Saint Paul, Minn., uniting builders, architects,
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LEED + WELL crosswalk updated for LEED v5
The updated LEED + WELL crosswalk now includes one- and two-way achievement options between credits, streamlining dual certification for building
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USGBC Urges Senate to Reject Bill Threatening Energy
The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) is urging the Senate to reject a proposed budget bill that would eliminate key
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Builder Sentiment at Third Lowest Reading Since 2012
Builder confidence dropped further in June, with the NAHB/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index falling to 32—one of its lowest levels
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Why did Frank Lloyd Wright say “Form follows Function?”
Luxury homebuilders are merging durability with creative design to deliver highly livable, location-sensitive homes. Builders like ICI Homes, WJ Homes
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California’s First Wildfire-Resilient Neighborhood
KB Home has launched the nation’s first wildfire-resilient community, Dixon Trail, in Escondido, California—earning the new Wildfire Prepared Plus certification
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Navigating Housing’s Next Phase
As of mid-2025, the U.S. housing market faces ongoing economic uncertainty, high mortgage rates and affordability challenges, with regional variations
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Domain’s new movement for responsible living
Domain has launched a national initiative to promote sustainable housing, based on research showing growing interest in energy-efficient, eco-friendly homes.
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Commissioners discuss ‘green building’ incentives
Planning commissioners and Development Services Director Chad Minor are exploring ways to promote green building practices that support sustainability and
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Brigade’s Efforts Towards Sustainable and Eco-Friendly Living
In response to growing environmental concerns, the Brigade Group is leading efforts in the real estate sector to promote sustainable
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Green industries praise clean energy rules for new homes
Green industries and environmental advocates have welcomed upcoming UK proposals that would require new homes to include solar panels and
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Single-Family Housing Green Buildings Market Growth In 2025
Millennials are significantly influencing the single-family green homes market, driving its expansion due to their strong preference for sustainable living.
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Net Zero Homes: The Future of Climate Adaptation
Marshall Gobuty’s Pearl Homes project in Florida builds Net Zero homes that produce and store more energy than they use,
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Single-Family Construction Apartment Boost in Smaller Metros
In early 2025, single-family home construction saw slight increases in smaller metro areas but declined in large metro counties, while
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EPA Commits to Reducing Regulatory Burdens
NAHB leaders met with EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin, who emphasized his commitment to rolling back environmental regulations that impact the
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ENERGY STAR protects billions in energy savings
ENERGY STAR, a highly cost-effective program started under President George H.W. Bush, saves consumers and businesses around $42 billion annually
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NAHB/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index (HMI)
As the pulse for the single-family housing market rises, the NAHB/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index (HMI) tracks its pulse every
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Member spotlight: Koss Design+Build
Koss Design+Build focuses on modern design, sustainability, and giving the construction layout a timeless feel. This is an award-winning architecture
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New member resource: Green finance guidance for project funding
Green finance shapes financial tools like green bonds, specialized loans, and performance contracts that support sustainable building projects by aligning
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