EPA Introduces New Certification: Energy Star NextGen
The EPA's newest certification aims to boost national energy and emissions savings and act as a catalyst for the construction of new, energy-efficient homes
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
Google, SunPower to create $250 million fund to finance residential solar projects
Joint venture will purchase solar panels and lease them at reduced cost
Homeowners’ behavior critical to energy efficiency of homes
Experts say saving energy can be as simple as modifying a motion detector
New York’s mayor wants to reform Hurricane Sandy reconstruction program
Mayor de Blasio wants to begin construction on at least 500 homes by the end of summer
Design of resilient coastal home includes prefabricated concrete
Other central features include a solar energy system, greywater recycling, wind debris-resilient windows
California bill would make employers responsible for subcontractors' wages, workers' comp
Prime contractors would only be responsible if the subcontractor reneges on their responsibility
California’s Title 24 promises to reshape the construction industry
With all residential buildings required to be Zero Net Energy by 2020, building practices and technology will rapidly evolve in Calfornia and nationwide
Mississippi’s first statewide building code making homes hurricane resilient
Cities and counties will have to adopt one of the last three editions of the International Building Code, any other regulations adopted by Mississippi Building Code Council
San Diego County moves toward developing greener building codes
Code changes would be the latest step in the county's greening campaign, including reduced construction fees and new solar and wind regulations
Reinforcing roofs to withstand hurricanes not expensive, says Florida non-profit
Wood adhesive, hurricane straps and clips are among the cost-effective solutions for greater strength
Asphalt shingle roof systems best practices guide now available
Materials, design and installation are included in the new guide from NRCA
