New York receives $150 million to expand heat pump installations
On April 13, 2026, Governor Kathy Hochul announced that up to $150 million in supplemental funding is now available to
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Sustainable Design
Alaska allocates $7 million to build energy-efficient homes
Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy and the Alaska State Legislature allocated $7 million from the 2025 Capital Budget to a New
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Sustainable Interior Design Trends for Every Room
More clients are actively looking for sustainable interior design concepts that strike a balance between fashion, utility and environmental responsibility.
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The Importance of Fire-Resistant Landscape Design
When it comes to wildfires, one of the most effective risk reduction strategies is fire-resistant landscaping. Often referred to as
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Green Project of the Week: Providence Net Zero House
Designed by ZeroEnergy Design, the Providence Net Zero House is a 6,692 square foot all-electric, single-family residence on Providence’s East
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New study analyzes indoor air quality in homes
A study by Reinders Corporation, a climate solutions company, analyzed environmental data from the spring and summer in Fort Worth,
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Ways to boost a project’s wildfire resilience
With the wildfire season approaching, resilience and endurance must be at the forefront of homebuilding. Changing building features or materials
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Green Project of the Week: Zen House
Zen House by Minarc blends modern minimalism, nature, and sustainability into a sleek two-story residence, as well as a well-integrated Accessory
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Maine advances adoption of heat pump technology
On March 27, 2026, Governor Janet Mills announced $43 million in new Federal funding for Maine to support the installation
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Builders Turn to Steel as Wildfire Threats Rise
Longer fire seasons and persistent drought conditions continue to increase wildfire intensity and frequency. In response, builders are now prioritizing
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Global Solar Panel Market Soars
According to a new report published by Allied Market Research, the solar panel market size is projected to reach $330.4
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Sustainable Construction Practices Reshape the Industry
As developers, engineers and policymakers respond to growing environmental concerns, sustainable construction practices are rapidly reshaping the global building industry.
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Green Project of the Week: Versa Villa
Versa Villa in California, built by Ultra-luxury architect and developer Ardie Tavangarian, is designed to withstand wildfires for up to
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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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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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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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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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Boston introduces new heat pump technology
In one of the oldest cities in America new technology is introduced to aging buildings. Boston is moving away from
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Award-Winning Net-Zero Smart Home
Fairway’s Edge, an award-winning home built by Urban NW Homes in Camas, Wash., sets a new standard for green building
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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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DC opens first net-zero affordable housing project
On Jan. 29,2026, Mayor Muriel Bowser of Washington DC cut the ribbon on the city’s first net-zero affordable housing project.
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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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Beazer Homes’ Bold Benchmark
In 2020, Beazer Homes was the first builder to publicly commit to building 100% of their homes as Zero Energy
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Senator introduces new home credit for builders
On Jan. 29, 2026, U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) introduced the Lowering Home Energy Costs Act. If signed into
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