Where Sustainability Stands in a High-Interest-Rate Development Environment
Sustainability opportunity lies in operational efficiency and building performance upgrades says new report. According to Southface Institute, as a nonprofit
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Disaster-Proof Homes and Communities on the Rise, Withstanding Harsh Storms
Soaring insurance bills are becoming the norm for Floridians as homeowners get continuously slammed by extreme weather and storms. This
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Revolutionary New Construction Method Fends Off Wildfires
Designed by MORK-ULNES architects, the Octothrope House was of the first homes in the United States to be made entirely
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Luxury Net-Zero Home on 4 Acres Blends Sophistication With Sustainability
Modern innovation blends with timeless elegance in this luxury home, designed to achieve the pinnacle of sustainability. Situated at 48503
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LEED V5 Public Comment Deadline Extended to May 24
Make use of the extension to provide feedback on the LEED v5 drafts and ensure the rating system addresses the
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The Impact of Building Codes and Climate Change
When it comes to tackling climate change, eye-catching solar panels, whirring wind turbines, lightning-fast electric vehicles, clean hydrogen electrolyzers, and
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Lowering Costs for Energy-Efficient Home Upgrades
Home Efficiency Rebates are designed for homeowners who are implementing comprehensive measures to lower their energy consumption. Those who achieve
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Oregon Community Reduces Planet-Warming Pollution by Building Energy Efficiently
For centuries, people have known how to construct homes that are both comfortable and energy-efficient. Traditional techniques, like thick walls
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IRA Update: Federal Government Works to Decarbonize Construction Materials
The federal government purchases about $630 billion worth of products each year, buying up everything from glass and concrete for
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Biden Administration Releases Decarbonization Plan for Homes and Buildings
A blueprint for decarbonizing buildings in the United States by 2050, including homes, was released by the U.S. Department of
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Key Environmental Bills on the Books in Washington State for 2024
Adjourned earlier this year on March 7, the 2024 Washington state legislative session discussed a variety of topics concerning the
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Extreme Weather Patterns Are Shifting Trends in Housing Materials
As extreme weather events continue to trend upwards, builders and homeowners have turned their attention to emerging construction trends. This
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The Rise of Energy-Efficient Homes
In 2024, energy efficient homes have become a testament to our commitment to sustainability. Third-party certifications such as ENERGY STAR
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Nine States Make the Pledge to Boost Use of Climate-Friendly Heat Pumps in Homes
California, Colorado, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Oregon and Rhode Island signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) launched
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Managing Climate Change Costs
New tools have emerged to help navigate the increasing impacts of weather-related events By Patrick Duffy With recent climate data
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Management Practices and Resources to Combat the Effects of Climate Change on Healthy Housing
A number likely to rise with time due to an inherent delay in reporting official in some jurisdictions, heat-related fatalities
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Enhancing Building Decarbonization Through Performance Monitoring
According to the U.S. Green Building Council, feeling the effects of climate change and its devastating impacts on the environment, economies
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U.S. Green Building Council and RMI Partner to Develop Embodied Carbon Guidelines
To answer questions about embodied carbon emissions and outline key actions to accelerate the decarbonization of the United States building
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State Legislators Discuss Climate Issues at 2023 NCEL National Forum
A tipping point of climate-related disasters, this summer’s legacy has left us in the aftermath of wildfires, flooding and extreme
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