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 Local builders say reforming an outdated federal permitting process could help
Young Renters Want Concierge Recycling, E-Car Charging, Efficient Appliances
Young renters are environmentally conscious and place a higher importance on sustainable features than any other generation has before. This…
Public Is Willing to Volunteer to Maintain Green Infrastructure
Urban communities that opt for green infrastructure, such as rain gardens and on-site water treatment features, might be able to find willing…
Recent Dept. of Energy Grants Emphasize Grid-Interactive Building Technology
The U.S. Department of Energy’s recent round of energy efficiency grants include funding for technology related to grid-interactive efficient…
Codes + Standards
Ranks of Energy Efficiency Rated Homes Continues to Rise
The number of homes rated on their energy efficiency continues to grow, indicating continued popularity of these ratings. In 2019, 241,909 homes…
Codes + Standards
Less Than 40% of Boston’s Three-Bedroom Homes Occupied by Families
Less than 40 percent of three-bedroom homes in Greater Boston’s core house families with children. Much of that housing is occupied by people…
Codes + Standards
At Least 13 States Create Incentives for Utilities to Use Demand Response Programs
At least 13 states have developed performance incentive mechanisms (PIMs) to encourage utilities to deliver energy savings at specific times to…
Windows + Doors
Fenestration Rating Council Launches Faster Energy Performance Testing System
The National Fenestration Rating Council (NFRC) introduced a new process that will greatly reduce the time needed for simulating energy…
Investors Show Increased Interest in Workforce Housing Projects
Amid a shortage of affordable housing, private investors are seeking to invest more in workforce housing. As developers look for ways to build…
Landlords Scramble to Comply With NYC Council’s Climate Mobilization Act
New York City landlords are under pressure to get their paperwork in order to meet the requirement of the City Council’s Climate Mobilization Act…
HUD Issues Guidance on Emotional Support Animals
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) released new guidance clarifying the responsibilities of rental housing providers and…
