First Street Foundation Helps Homeowners Calculate Wildfire Threat Score
More homes are being destroyed by wildfires than ever before, but risk assessments from the First Street Foundation offer personalized solutions for at-risk properties
Americans Are Relocating to Climate Havens to Escape Extreme Weather
Those living in climate danger zones are migrating to safe haven metros in the Northeast and Midwest
Eco-Friendly Features Can Speed Along Home Sales and Boost Value
Demand for climate-conscious home features is growing in the wake of destructive and widespread weather emergencies
Climate Change Is Driving Up Demand for Stormproof Homes
The mounting consequences of climate change are forcing many homeowners to weatherproof their homes with more resilient materials
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Environmental
Arizona Developers Are Building Through a Drought, but at What Cost?
New development projects in Western states like California and Arizona could supply housing for thousands of new residents, but a waning water supply may not sustain them
Smart + Resilient Cities
The U.S. Cities With the Lowest and Highest Energy Bills
While some metros are feeling the sting of rising energy costs as a result of climate change and backed up supply chains, others are seeing their progressive climate initiatives paying off
Planning + Development
San Diego County Approves Home Building Measure That Will Waive VMT Analysis
New San Diego housing plans won’t require developers to pay for analysis or mitigation for ‘vehicle miles traveled’
Environmental
Roughly 1 in 10 American Homes Were Impacted By Natural Disasters in 2021
Climate emergencies are becoming a major priority for homeowners in high-risk areas, especially after one of the most destructive years for severe weather on record in 2021
Environmental
Climate Emergencies Are Pushing Insurance Rates Higher for Migrating Retirees
Homes at risk of extreme weather emergencies are becoming harder to insure, forcing some homeowners to accept higher rates, and leaving others entirely without coverage
Environmental
Most Green Buildings Aren’t Actually Carbon-Neutral, Experts Say
The truth about carbon-neutral building proves that builders still have a long way to go to combat costly emissions, but with new innovations popping up every day, a net-zero future is in reach
Environmental
Climate Cooling Technologies Put to the Test Against Deadly Phoenix Temperatures
Phoenix is notorious for its hot desert climate, but peaking summer temperatures offer a harrowing glimpse into the future of climate change in Arizona’s capital city.
Environmental
Climate Change Threatens Lumber Production as Prices Reach a New Peak
When it comes to lumber prices, the detrimental implications of climate change may outweigh even the heavy hand of the coronavirus
Solar
GAF Energy Introduces Easy-Install Solar Shingles
How Timberline Solar roofing could radically speed up the adoption of home solar
Housing Policy + Finance
New California Solar Proposal Met With Backlash From Climate Activists
California is proposing big changes to rooftop solar incentives, but its new initiative may not be beneficial for all