Public Comment Period Opens for National Green Building Standard Updates
The 45-day public comment period for draft 2 of the 2024 NGBS begins on April 12, 2024
Public Comment Period Opens for 2024 National Green Building Standard Update
The 45-day public comment period opened Aug. 18, and comments must be submitted by Oct. 2, 2023
The Inefficiencies of the Latest Energy Code
The 2021 edition of the International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) hampers the return on investment for builders and homebuyers
New RESNET Label Provides Home Energy-Efficiency Ratings and Certifications Info
A one-page, consumer-friendly label is now available for all homes in the RESNET Registry
Meet the Zero Energy Ready Home Program Version 2
The latest version of the ZERH program aims to push home energy efficiency and performance to the next level
Utah’s Housing Recovery Hinges on Federal Permitting Reform
Despite a fast pace of new-construction projects statewide, demand for housing in Utah continues to outpace supply. Local builders say reforming an outdated federal permitting process could help
Austin May Amend Codes for Wildfire Protection
Austin, Texas, is considering a plan to require all new homes and businesses constructed near wildland areas to be built with wildfire resistant…
Investors Pouring in Billions to Construction Technology Sector
Investors are pumping in billions of dollars into the construction technology sector, according to a report in the Wall Street Journal. According…
USGBC Calls for Proposals for Feedback, Concepts for Next LEED Version
The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) recently called for proposals to solicit feedback and concepts for the next version of LEED. The request…
Oregon Moves to Legalize Apartments in all Communities
Oregon is poised to override restrictions on apartment buildings in all communities throughout the state. House Bill 2001 will permit duplexes on…
How to Achieve the Zero Energy Ready Home Label
Builder/Developer, Jay Epstein, owner of Health E Community Enterprises has a long history of constructing energy efficient homes. He is working…
Campaign Launched to Promote ‘Climate-Smart Wood’
The Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) and four environmental advocacy groups have launched a promotional campaign for forest practices and…
U.S. Major Metros Experiencing ‘Doppler Shift’ in Walkable Urban Development
The 30 largest cities in the U.S. are experiencing a “Doppler shift” in walkable development, according to a researcher at the George Washington…
Concrete Repair Code Requirements Released
The American Concrete Institute (ACI) has released ACI 562-19 Code Requirements for Assessment, Repair, and Rehabilitation of Existing Concrete…
Oregon Bans Single-Family Zoning in Cities
The Oregon state legislature recently passed House Bill 2001, which would eliminate exclusive single-family zoning in areas around the state,…
