EPA Introduces New Certification: Energy Star NextGen
The EPA's newest certification aims to boost national energy and emissions savings and act as a catalyst for the construction of new, energy-efficient homes
Mention of Eco-Friendly Home Features Is on the Rise in Sales Listings
Home listing descriptions using eco-friendly terms have been rising over the past five years in line with growing consumer interest in the environment and energy efficiency
Which Green Building Practices Are Home Builders Using Most?
A recent report reveals which green-building practices are most popular among single-family home builders and remodelers
Fortera Takes Concrete Steps to Reduce the Climate Impact of Cement
Clean-tech company Fortera, which uses technology to capture carbon emissions form cement manufacturing, will open its first commercial-scale operation on April 12, 2024, in California
6th Annual MVP Awards: Sustainable Building
The Most Valuable Product Awards showcase the best in new building product design, innovation, and functionality. Here are the winners in the Sustainable Building category
4 Dark Skies-Friendly Outdoor Light Fixtures
As awareness of light pollution grows, there's more interest in dark-sky-friendly lighting. These outdoor lights have a seal of approval from the International Dark-Sky Association
Sustainability
Americans More Willing to Stretch Budgets for Sustainable Home Features
Homeowners are investing in more-expensive home features focused on wellness and sustainability
Products
Products That Raise the Bar on Home Water Savings and Efficiency
This selection of water-saving products can help homeowners monitor water use, ensure water quality, and prevent flooding from leaking pipes
Energy Efficiency
New RESNET Label Provides Home Energy-Efficiency Ratings and Certifications Info
A one-page, consumer-friendly label is now available for all homes in the RESNET Registry
Environmental
A Call to Action: New Professional Titles Emerge to Reduce Housing’s Carbon Footprint
Industry leaders are employing the help of climate experts to discover and implement more climate-conscious building practices
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
Sustainability
Top 10 States for NGBS Green Certification in 2022
To date, these are the top 10 U.S. states for green building certification
Awards
Life's Good Award Winners Present Tech Solutions for a Better Future
LG's Life's Good Award winners' innovations focus on environmental sustainability and accessibility
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
Environmental
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
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
