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
The Desert Comfort Idea Home: a True Desert Oasis
A challenging environment, ambitious building-performance goals, and modern aesthetics come together in a stunning, net zero custom home in Arizona's Sonoran Desert
Top 10 States for NGBS Green Certification in 2022
To date, these are the top 10 U.S. states for green building certification
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
The Future of Residential Construction Is Not on Land, but in (or Very Near) the Sea!
Builders are rising to meet the challenge, as homeowners pursue more resort options
The Wrongs of Make It Right in New Orleans' Affordable Housing
The legacy of the Make It Right Foundation's failed efforts to restore and revive underserved neighborhoods in New Orleans' Lower Ninth Ward goes well beyond leaky roofs and toxic mold
Bill Gates Buys Land, Plans Smart City in Arizona
Bill Gates has bought a majority interest in 25,000 acres of land in Belmont, Arizona near Phoenix to develop a smart city.
According to…
Exclusive Research: High-Performance Home Challenges
The building community is walking the green line between getting paid a respectable premium and giving value away
Severe Weather Events Prompt Infrastructure Innovation
As historic weather events continue to affect the housing market, a new infrastructure strategy is emerging for homeowners, to "own your water."…
DOE Announces 2017 Housing Innovation Awards Winners
Two dozen builders recognized for high-performance home design
Announcing the Race to Zero Grand Winner
The top prizewinner of this student competition offers a site-efficient and energy-wise home on a dense infill site in a challenging climate
Planning + Development
Agrihoods Draw Homebuyers Back to the Land
Agrihoods—communities centered around working farms—are attracting homebuyers with a keen interest in fresh, local food
NextHaus Alliance Promotes Resilient Design
NextHaus Alliance is a team approach to designing and building custom homes that are not only sustainable, but resilient
New Resource Lists Green Incentives By State
The Public Policy Library, a new interactive platform, provides green building-related and LEED-specific policies
Luxury Developers In Los Angeles Cater To Buyers Who Want Green Features
A new 19-home luxury development in Santa Monica, Calif., will offer some inventive green features. AIRE, which will have units starting…
