5 Findings About Heat Pumps
Pinpointing whether heat pumps are a good investment is tricky. A recent report from the National Renewable Energy Lab aims to cut through the complexity
40 Finalists Selected to Advance in DOE's 2024 Solar Decathlon
The U.S. Department of Energy's annual design challenge recognizes collegiate cutting-edge, zero energy building designs
The New American Home 2024: Modern Features, Timeless Comfort
Explore the design elements and unique, luxe details that combine to create a sense of comfort and relaxed indoor/outdoor living in The New American Home 2024
Explore the Building Products That Make This Year's New American Home Another Standout
The latest building products come together in The New American Home 2024 show house, offering luxury, energy efficiency, and solid performance to inspire any project
EPA Launches Series of Webinars on Energy Star Program and 45L Tax Credit
The series of six webinars on the Energy Star program for single-family and multifamily new construction will take place over the next several weeks
Introducing the Schneider Home energy management system
Improving Air Quality in the Kitchen
Air quality matters in every room of the house, but unique factors are in play where cooking takes place
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Prairie Passive Designed for Aging in Place
Designed to rigorous Passive House standards of energy efficiency, this waterfront home in Olympia, Wash., also offers the home's owners the opportunity to age in place
Integrating Compact and Buried Duct Systems
Three scalable solutions for enclosure offer options for efficiency
Energy Efficiency
Innovative Wall Systems Can Save Energy and Reduce Risk
Research and new methods are making it easier than ever to frame homes for lower utility bills and greater energy efficiency
Pro Builder Design Awards
Bronze Award: The New American Home
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Green Home
The New American Home, Henderson, Nev.
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DOE makes push for building grid interoperability for smarter homes, buildings
The DOE is implementing the Buildings-to-Grid Program on a national level.
Mortgage underwriters should take energy consumption into account, says RMI
Utility bills are a major household expense, costing more than $2,500 for the typical American family.
Despite growing prevalence of rooftop PVs, MLS usually doesn’t include solar power information
Buyers understand the benefits of solar power but don't know the upsides of leasing the equipment versus buying it.
Big Solar Outpacing Rooftop Installations
Individual rooftop installations just can't compare to larger solar systems that sell electricity directly to utilities.
Homeowners holding back on greening up their houses
Homeowners want to save energy by better insulating their homes, and installing more efficient windows and doors, but can be dismayed by intensive, expensive projects.