The EPA Is Expanding Its List of Protected Waterways—Here’s Why Industry Associations Are Pushing Back
The Environmental Protection Agency is redefining "waters of the United States" (WOTUS) that are protected under the Clean Water Act, but industry experts say the new rule nullifies benefits of the 2021 federal infrastructure law
Despite a Worsening Water Shortage, Developers Are Mapping Out New Projects in Phoenix Desert
Arizona's water supply is rapidly disappearing, but that's not stopping new developers from taking over the dry West Valley of Phoenix
Is Rooftop Solar for Everyone? Here’s How Homeowners Can Calculate Cost Savings
Rooftop solar offers a number of advantages, even beyond its environmental impact. But not all solar installations benefit homeowners equally
Three Future-Proof Features of a Sustainable Home
These in-demand features deliver long-term value when building sustainable homes
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NAHB
NAHB Chairman's Message: Proposal to Create Climate Risk Committee
NAHB will continue to be the housing industry’s voice regarding climate issues, with NAHB's Leadership Council recommending the creation of a new Climate Risk Committee
Environmental
How One New York Program Is Giving New Life to Architectural Mock-Ups
New York-based Testbeds is reusing visual and performance construction mock-ups in community gardens to divert them from landfills
Building Materials
This New England Nonprofit Is Creating a Market for Repurposed Building Materials
Massachusetts-based EcoBuilding Bargains sells eco- and budget-friendly building materials, each with their own unique history
Environmental
Older Homebuyers Are Taking Climate Change Into Consideration When Choosing Retirement Destinations
Older Americans are relocating after retirement, and more than ever before, they're taking climate risks into consideration when deciding where to settle down
Sustainability
Here Are the Most Sustainable U.S. Cities in 2022
These metros are working to reduce their carbon footprints by blazing a trail toward eco-friendly living and green building
Environmental
Nearly Two-Thirds of Homebuyers Are Hesitant to Move to Housing Markets Hit by Extreme Weather
Americans are increasingly taking climate risks into consideration when relocating to a new housing market, especially in the wake of extreme weather events like Hurricane Ian
Environmental
Homes in Flood Zones Are Becoming More Expensive
Rising home values and higher-than-average denial rates for home purchase applications are making home purchases more expensive in areas with high flood risks
Resilient Construction
How One Florida City Stayed Standing Even Through the Worst of Hurricane Ian
Punta Gorda was hit hard by triple-digit wind gusts and devastating flooding when Hurricane Ian made landfall last week, but most of its updated infrastructure remains intact
Environmental
Hurricane Ian Poses High Flash Flood Risk to More Than 7.2 Million Florida Homes
Hurricane Ian made landfall on the western Florida peninsula this Wednesday, and as the storm surge recedes, the damage left behind will be nothing short of catastrophic
Environmental
Does Access to Flood-Risk Data Impact Homebuyer Decisions?
A new Redfin survey reveals that prospective buyers are less likely to bid on homes with high flood-risk scores
