How smart home technology manages home energy
Smart home technology is innovating how home energy is managed. Smart home technology allows for cost savings, client convenience, control
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The largest certified Passive House in the south
Forge Craft announced their project, as the largest certified Passive House project in the South. Located in Austin’s Castle Hill
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Expansion in green building materials
The “USA Construction Chemicals Market outlook to 2029” released their report into green building initiatives and materials. This study values the
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The evolution of the professional smart home industry
Over the past several decades, smart home technology has undergone a dramatic shift. As lifestyles have become more connected and
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Energy Star certification could face more setbacks
Energy Star, the leading certification in energy efficient appliances under the guidance of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) faces more
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NGBS Green Certification Approved for Preferred Financing
Home Innovation Research Labs announced that NGBS Green Certification has been approved as a qualifying pathway for PACE Equity’s new
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Malo Paso hides in Plain Sight
A once in a lifetime opportunity executed with elegance Blending into the hillside in Monterey County, a sprawling custom home,
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Indoor air quality legislation introduced in Congress
The new legislation is introduced in Congress the Indoor Air Quality and Healthy Schools Act. It would establish an assessment
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Low-Tech, High-Performance
Passive Strategies for Reducing Operational Carbon According to Architecture 2030, drawing on data from the International Energy Agency (IEA) and
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Prioritizing Fire-Resistant Features is a Sound Investment
Western homebuilders are integrating fire-resistant materials and features to safeguard communities in high-risk regions Living in the Western U.S. comes
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Passive Design Goes Beyond Sustainability
Passive house design delivers healthier and energy-efficient homes that lower costs while supporting climate responsiveness and regenerative communities. Today’s land
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USGBC Announces First Projects Certified Under LEED v5
The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC), celebrated the first projects to achieve certification under LEED v5. USGBC is the global
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Green Project of the Week: 213 Big Bradley Drive
In Wendell, NC, 213 Big Bradley Drive, a certified NGBS Green Home, is our green project of the week. The
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USGBC explores the future of AI and green building
The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) will offer sessions on refining AI strategies alongside green building at their Greenbuild International
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Green Project of the Week: Klima Architecture
Chris Price is leading the standard in green projects and home building. The founder of Klima Architecture develops homes that
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USGBC’s LEED for Cities Accelerator
The U.S. Green Building Council is committed to ensuring local governments achieve the LEED certification throughout the U.S. Since the
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The 700,000th Certified NGBS Green Home
Home Innovation Research Labs recently reached the certification of the 700,000th green home to the National Green Building Standard (NGBS).
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Pennsylvania Secures Major ZERH Investment
Pennsylvania secures a $2.4 million investment from Module Design Inc. to expand the manufacturing of their Zero Energy Ready Home
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The future of funding ENERGY STAR
Sabine Rogers, federal policy manager at the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) gives her perspective on the federal future of
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Stanford Professor’s Zero Net Energy Home
Stanford Professor demonstrates the future of green energy in the classroom and at home. Mark Z. Jacobson, Professor of Civil and
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Completed Affordable Housing in LEED Gold Building
The seven-story building, Shepherd-Glenmore, in Brooklyn, New York City will provide 74 affordable apartments. This project was developed on the
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Is the Secret to Housing Affordability in California Buried in the Building Code?
California lawmakers are considering Assembly Bill 306, which proposes a temporary freeze on updates to the state’s building code until
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State Legislative Trends for Spring 2025
State legislatures across the U.S. are advancing policies aimed at enhancing energy efficiency, promoting electrification, and fostering sustainable building practices.
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Housing Resilience: Challenges and Best Practices
As climate-related disasters grow more frequent and severe, the need for resilient housing has become increasingly urgent. Federal disaster assistance
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Spring Home Sales Rise Despite Market Challenges
In April 2025, sales of newly built single-family homes in the U.S. increased by 10.9% to a seasonally adjusted annual
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Building Material Price Growth Minimal in April
In April 2025, the Producer Price Index (PPI) for inputs to new residential construction—excluding capital investment, labor, and imports—fell by
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Proposed Federal Budget Raises Concerns Over Green Building Incentives
The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) has expressed concerns regarding the potential impact of the House’s proposed budget package on
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Chicago Launches City-Owned Nonprofit to Develop Green, Affordable Housing Metropolitan Planning Council
Chicago is addressing its affordable housing crisis by establishing a city-owned nonprofit housing developer, the Residential Investment Corp., to create
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USGBC Releases Green Finance Guidance to Support Sustainable Building Projects
The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) has introduced a new member-exclusive resource aimed at assisting stakeholders in navigating green finance
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California Weighs Pause on Building Code Updates to Curb Rising Housing Costs
California lawmakers are considering a proposal to freeze updates to the state’s building code in an effort to address soaring
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White House Plans to End Energy Star Appliance Program as Part of EPA Reorganization
The White House is preparing to phase out the Energy Star program for home appliances as part of a broader
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Green Project of the Week: Lakeside Net Zero Passive House
The Lakeside Net Zero Passive House, located in Michigan, has achieved LEED Platinum certification under the LEED v4.1 Residential BD+C:
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6 Homebuilding Trends Shaping 2025 and Beyond
The homebuilding industry in 2025 is experiencing significant transformations driven by affordability concerns and the need for resilient structures. Builders
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