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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Sustainable Solutions
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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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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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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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
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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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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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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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Zone Barriers in Solar Installation
Communities are eager to begin installing solar panels on homes and businesses, offering energy resilience and easing financial burdens. However,
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Climate Change is Driving Design Decisions
In 2025, sustainable design will become a defining feature of modern housing, blending environmental responsibility with high-end living rather than
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Eight Policy Trends in Water-Wise Development and Land Use
Across the United States, real estate development is increasingly constrained by limited freshwater supplies, a challenge compounded by federal efforts
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21 Sustainable Green Home Architecture Ideas for 2025
Sustainable living has become an essential part of modern home design as energy costs rise, environmental concerns grow and homeowners
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City Launches Pilot Program for Engineered Wood Construction
Santa Monica has launched a one-year pilot program to encourage the use of mass timber in large multifamily and commercial
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