Solar Achieves Renewable Energy Milestone
In 2023 solar energy provided more than 50% of new electricity capacity added to the US grid
40 Finalists Selected to Advance in DOE's 2024 Solar Decathlon
The US Department of Energy's annual design challenge recognizes collegiate cutting-edge, zero energy building designs
10 Energy-Efficient Products for a More Sustainable Home
These energy-saving products can significantly lower utility costs while reducing a home's overall carbon footprint
A Look Into Microgrids—What They Are and How They Work
As state funding becomes more readily available for energy-efficient building projects, interest in residential communities that act as their own miniature power grids, otherwise known as microgrids, is on the rise
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
These Six Energy-Efficient Home Upgrades Are About to Get a Lot More Affordable
These all-electric home upgrades can boost a home's energy efficiency, and with the help of government subsidies, they're also more affordable than ever before
Energy Efficiency
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
Energy Efficiency
These Six Energy-Efficient Home Upgrades Are About to Get a Lot More Affordable
These all-electric home upgrades can boost a home's energy efficiency, and with the help of government subsidies, they're also more affordable than ever before
Solar
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
Solar
California Announces Plans to Cut Rooftop Solar Incentives—Here’s What That Means for Homeowners
California's solar incentive program just took a major hit after the state’s Public Utilities Commission voted to reduce payments to solar customers
Solar
How One Fintech Entrepreneur Is Working to Make Solar Affordable for Every Household
With the help of his solar loan fintech company, GoodLeap, Hayes Barnard is hoping to finance solar installations for a growing number of households across the U.S.
NAHB
2024 International Energy Conservation Code Will Use a New Development Process
NAHB Policy Briefing: New procedure for developing the 2024 IECC; construction job openings, hiring, and layoffs data
Products
New and Innovative Building Products Seen at IBS/KBIS 2022
A roundup of standout building materials and products from this year’s International Builders’ Show / Kitchen & Bath Industry Show
Solar
GAF Energy Introduces Easy-Install Solar Shingles
How Timberline Solar roofing could radically speed up the adoption of home solar
Energy Efficiency
The Debate for Energy’s Future: How Either Result Could Impact Homes
Energy’s future lies in two camps: those who support more localized, smaller systems and those who want widespread power lines carrying energy…
Solar
The Winning Homes in the Solar Decathlon Are …
See the winners of this year’s contest to build energy-efficient homes for extreme climates
