Oregon makes dual-purpose heat pumps default appliances
Oregon has adopted new rules to boost cleaner heating and cooling systems, making dual-purpose heat pumps the default appliances for
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Water efficiency becomes part of sustainable home design
With freshwater remaining in short supply, water efficiency is becoming a key part of sustainable home design. In addition to
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Colorado ranks in top-10 states in LEED-certified
According to the U.S. Green Building Council’s 2026 annual top-10 LEED list, the state of Colorado climbed six spots to
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Portable solar panels near approval in Virginia
In an effort to save Virginians money and help them generate their own electricity, legislation allowing for portable solar generation
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Gov. Meyer signs executive order streamlining permit regulations
On Feb. 26, 2026, Delaware Governor Matt Meyer signed an executive order to streamline permitting regulations across the state, making
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Denver launches public process to update energy code
On Feb. 26, 2026, Denver, Colo. launched a public process to update its energy code for new and renovated small
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2026 Landscaping trends highlight sustainability and functionality
Landscaping design is evolving to reflect a stronger emphasis on sustainability, usability and long-term value. Native plantings and climate-appropriate selections
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FRAMER Act now under consideration
The Freeing Residential Affordable markets from Excess Regulation (FRAMER) Act, aimed at lowering housing costs, is now under consideration. In
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Coastal Organic, the new sustainable design trend
Coastal organic is a new design trend that incorporates sustainable, wellness-based elements, focusing on interiors that feel open, clean and
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California state senators announce proposed fire insurance bill
State senators from Northern and Southern California are proposing a bill that would make it harder for insurance companies to
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Green Project of the Week: Ohio Passive House
Engineer-turned-builder Stephen Rhodes and his wife Becca Rhodes built Ohio’s first ever Passive House Institute United States (Phius) design certified
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LP Building Solutions launches LP BurnGuard™ FRT OSB
On March 3, 2026, LP Building Solutions (LP) announced the launch of LP BurnGuard™ Fire-Retardant-Treated (FRT) Oriented Strand Board (OSB).
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Oregon wildfire rebuild results in energy efficient homes
On Sept. 8, 2020, the Almeda Fire in Oregon burned approximately 3,000 acres and damaged more than 3,000 structures; over
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Green Project of the Week: California Green House
Robert Fortunato’s Green Idea House in Hermosa Beach, Calif., has been producing more energy than it consumes for over a
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Luxurious, sustainable kitchen design trends
Kitchen design trends in 2026 will continue to evolve with new building materials, innovative layouts and cutting-edge technology, all prioritizing
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Researchers unveil transparent, plastic-free wood
Researchers at the University of Osaka have developed a highly transparent material made entirely from natural wood without adding plastic.
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House of Representatives scheduled to vote on energy bill
The U.S. House of Representatives is scheduled to vote this week on a bill that, if voted into law, could
Read MoreAward-Winning Sustainability
Sweet Fern in Asheville, N.C., designed by Alair Asheville | Red Tree is excelling the standard for sustainable home building.
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Alternative Materials for Home Construction
The construction industry is undergoing a transformation, with builders moving away from carbon-intensive concrete and steel, instead moving toward regenerative
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Oregon lawmakers propose guidelines for balcony solar panels
As more Oregon residents install small-scale home-based solar systems, state lawmakers are considering a proposal that would establish guidelines for
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California’s State-Mandated ‘Zone Zero’ Requirements
On Feb. 12, 2026, the City of San Diego notified residents of state-mandated “Zone Zero” wildfire safety requirements for all
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California Lawmakers Aim to Boost Factory-Built Housing
Assemblymember Buffy Wicks is leading an effort to streamline regulations and funding for factory-built housing construction as a way to
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Modern home windows improve energy efficiency
Modern windows are one of the most efficient tools to improve energy efficiency and reduce monthly utility costs, playing a
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Seattle plans to remove SEPA Review Hurdle
The Seattle City Council has advanced legislation to make those exemptions permanent and significantly limit SEPA for commercial development. The
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Gov. Newsom announces funding for LA fire survivors’ housing
California Governor Gavin Newsom announced on Feb. 6, 2026, more funding to help survivors from the Los Angeles fires access
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Future homes might be framed with recycled plastic
The Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) engineers are using recycled plastic to 3D print construction-grade beams, trusses and other structural
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City Ventures open eco-responsible homes in La Habra
On Feb. 5, 2026, City Ventures, California’s leading builder of solar-powered, ecologically responsible homes, announced the official Grand Opening of
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NYC Mayor Mamdani announces clean, heat pump investment
On Feb. 4, 2026, New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced a $38.4 million investment to install clean, reliable heat
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Green Project of the Week: Cape Cod
This contemporary summer home in Cape Cod, Mass., designed by Neubauer Ennis Architects, is not only a net-zero project, but
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2026 multi-attribute sustainable products
The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) highlighted nine multi-attribute products that take a holistic approach to sustainability. Sustainable products that
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Sen. Wiener announces new clean energy legislation
On Jan. 29, 2026, Senator Scott Wiener (D–San Francisco) announced the Clean Homes and Energy Affordability Package (CHEAP), consisting of
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USGBC 2026 policy highlights
The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) released an overview on the most recent updates for building decarbonization policies. The overview
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2026 sustainable landscaping trends
Jim Dunphy’s Landscaping, a company based in Derlan, N.J. with decades of experience serving New Jersey and southeastern Pennsylvania, is
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