The gaps in building decarbonization programs – and how to fix them
According to a report by the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy (ACEEE), we would save up to $2 trillion
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Heat pumps could save these Texas households money, reduce grid strain: ACEEE
Heat pump proponents have had a good couple of years. In 2022 and 2023, heat pumps outsold gas furnaces in
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USGBC announces 2024 U.S. Local Market Leadership Award recipients
These prestigious awards recognize projects, people and partners from participating markets across the country for excellence in creating better buildings
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R-Value Homes builds net-zero-ready homes in West Michigan featuring uncompromising comfort, health, and durability
A HERS-rated home has been inspected and tested by an unbiased third-party to verify important durability and energy performance details.
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Smart Home Technology
Two-thirds of consumers say they want a connected home. Within three years some 43 percent of home owners will likely
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Smart Home Essentials for Your New Construction Home: Comfort, Convenience, and Security
Imagine stepping into a home that effortlessly adjusts to your lifestyle, offering unparalleled convenience, comfort, and security with a voice
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ENERGY STAR National Program Requirements: Single-Family New Homes v3.3 and Multifamily New Construction v1.3
In response to the 2024 International Energy Conservation Code, the EPA is?proposing new national versions of the ENERGY STAR Residential
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Higher Mortgage Interest Rates Slow Housing Production in October
Housing starts edged lower last month as average monthly mortgage rates increased a quarter-point from 6.18% to 6.43% between September
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Disaster survivors face these roadblocks to rebuild safer, more sustainable homes
Rebuilding after natural disasters presents both challenges and opportunities for resilient construction. As reported by The Conversation, in Florida and
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Project Spotlight: Apartments at Lawrence & Austin
Located at the corner of Lawrence and Austin Avenues, the development provides affordable housing for veterans, families, and people with
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Beazer CEO Allan Merrill is all in on green homes
Beazer Homes is leading the way in sustainable construction with a new community in Maryland featuring 19 “Zero Energy Ready”
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Project Spotlight: The Camille
Twelve-story multifamily new construction named The Camille, in Bethesda, Maryland has recently earned Emerald Certification, the highest possible level, from
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DOE Announces New Tools Making it Easier for Home Contractors to Install Energy Saving Appliances and Lower Costs
The Department of Energy has recently introduced new resources to help contractors access significant federal tax credits available through the
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What does it take to decarbonize a manufactured home community?
According to Smart Cities Dive, about 6% of the housing stock in the country is manufactured homes — formally known
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Freddie Mac Tightens Green Standards for Energy-Efficient Home Loans in 2025
The government-sponsored enterprise, Freddie Mac is changing its commitment to energy-efficient housing by adjusting its Green Mortgaged-Backed Securities (Green MBS)
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How US cities are investing in green infrastructure
Cities across the U.S. are increasingly investing in green infrastructure to perform tasks like managing stormwater and replicating the benefits
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Developers Need Better Tax Incentives to Adopt Green Roofs
Tax and technology attorney Andrew Leahey argues in Bloomberg Tax that a time-sensitive combination of tax incentives and penalties is
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Startup unveils sleek new tiny homes capable of generating energy for modern off-grid living
Construction company Cosmic Buildings recently launched “Cosmic One,” a tiny sustainable prefab home designed to address both environmental challenges and
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A net-zero, stormproof community success story. Is this the future of housing?
In the aftermath of Hurricanes Helen and Milton, Hunters Point, sustainable development in Cortez, Florida, emerged as a model for
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Schoenecker Center Earns LEED Gold for Green Construction
The University of St. Thomas’ Schoenecker Center has recently achieved LEED Gold certification, according to a press release from the
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Climate action initiative in New Orleans targets net zero carbon
New Orleans’ Climate Action and Resilience plan is receiving a significant boost with a $50 million federal grant aimed at
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Net zero: What does it mean to your organization?
Net zero can mean different things depending on an organization’s priorities, which could lead to variations in how emissions are
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How New York is pioneering eco-friendly apartments
Sendero Verde, a 709-unit development in East Harlem, has set a new standard as the largest certified passive house building
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Programming on the future of cities at the 2024 ULI Fall Meeting
The Urban Land Institute’s Fall 2024 meeting in Las Vegas will focus on strategies for revitalizing downtowns and shaping the
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Beazer Homes Celebrates 30 Years on NYSE and Energy Efficiency Leadership
Beazer Homes marked the 30th anniversary of its listing on the New York Stock Exchange by ringing the Opening Bell,
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2025 IBS Sustainability & Green Building Scholarship Application Now Open
The National Association of Home Builders IBS Sustainability and Green Building Scholarship provides emerging green builders, aged 25 to 35,
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2024 Building Excellence Award Winners
The 2024 Building Excellence Awards celebrated outstanding achievements in construction at the High-Performance Home Builder Summit, highlighting innovation and dedication
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Passive House standards: a solution for highly efficient affordable housing
As homeowners and renters face the dual burden of weather extreme and high energy costs, Passive House standards may help.
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Fox Energy Specialists James Rodriguez Elected 2024/2025 GWFBA President
The Residential Energy Services Network has recently announced that James Rodríguez, Chief Operating Officer of Fox Energy Specialists has become
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Sustainability and innovation are hot home design trends for 2025
Home design trends are increasingly shifting toward versatility, sustainability and innovation. These include versatile design elements, sustainable, eco-friendly designs and
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3D Printing Mortar tackles ‘sustainable’ homebuilding
Amerimix, a division of Oldcastle APG, a CRH Company, says its 3D Printing Mortar Mix was provided to New Standard
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A university design studio pilots high-performance housing to reduce costs and mitigate global warming
For the past six years, Gibson has run a design studio at K-State focusing on the design and construction of
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This home aims for net zero with sleek, pollinator-friendly design in Bloomington
Rebecca and Alec Sampson’s Bloomington kitchen became baking central in August. With the State Fair just around the corner, brownies,
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