Registration Opens for Greenbuild Europe 2020, Frank McDonald Announced as Keynote Speaker
Dublin (Dec. 16, 2019) – The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC), creators of the LEED green building rating system, announced
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Green Homes Go Further with EPA Partnership Programs
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) mission is to protect human health and the environment. One way the Agency achieves
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USGBC Live Will Look at the Future of LEED
USGBC Live provides the USGBC community with the opportunity to meet sustainability professionals By Deisy Verdinez It is an exciting
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Housing and Supply Crisis Lead to Sustainable Solutions
Builders and manufacturers are getting creative in order to supply new homes By Camille Manaloto In 2022, building and owning
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Fossil-Free Technology That Heats Homes in Frigid Fraser
An air-source heat pump heats a 1,176 square foot home in Fraser, Colorado on a -17 degree night. According to
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Phasing Out Natural Gas
Washington has become the first state to require new buildings switch to electric pumps rather than rely on natural gas. Starting
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Sustainable Building Now Becoming More Affordable
In the past sustainable building practices and high cost went hand-in-hand. However, rising interest and new technology makes green practices
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Making Sustainability Accessible
Budget constraints for affordable housing has limited the prospects for incorporating sustainability into these projects. Sustainability is a high-cost investment,
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Meritage Homes Partners With Arbor Day Foundation
In an effort to be more transparent and encourage sustainability, Meritage Homes will distribute more than 1,300 trees in communities
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Realtors Find that Homes with Green Features Sell Faster
According to the National Association of Realtors, more sustainable homes bring benefits to homeowners like cost savings from energy efficiency,
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Eco-Friendly Features Help Homes Sell Up To 10 Days Faster
In a world that’s becoming increasingly climate conscious, eco-friendly homes are selling significantly and unexpectedly faster. According to Forbes, Energy-saving
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Green Homes Go Further with EPA Partnership Programs
Setting the standard for healthy homes The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) mission is to protect human health and the
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USGBC Live Will Look at the Future of LEED
USGBC Live provides the USGBC community with the opportunity to meet sustainability professionals By Deisy Verdinez It is an exciting
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UCF to Study Method for Reducing Energy Use by 50-75% in Older Homes
The University of Central Florida was awarded a $4.4 million grant from the DOE to see if a pre-packed pod
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Biden Announces New Funding to Make Homes More Energy Efficient
Biden administration allocates $3.16 billion to low-income homes to make them more energy efficient. According to CNBC, “Home energy retrofits
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USGBC Live Will Look at the Future of LEED
USGBC Live provides the USGBC community with the opportunity to meet sustainability professionals By Deisy Verdinez It is an exciting
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The Home of the Future May Generate its Own Electricity
The future of the green home industry is the self-sufficient smart home. By means of solar capabilities and stored battery
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Green Building Material Market to Record an Exponential CAGR by 2031
Still in its developing stage is the green building material market. The market is driven by the need for environmental
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Home Builders Are Turning to Natural Materials to Navigate Shortages
A rise in housing demands and the pandemic’s effects on factories and transportation systems by means of closures and delays
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Top States for LEED-Certified Multifamily Properties
As multifamily properties have grown significantly in the past year, sustainability has become a priority for renters. With health concerns
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Single Women Skip the Spouse to Buy a House
Single women ‘owning’ single men when it comes to homeownership in 2021 By Odeta Kushi As we celebrate International Women’s Day and Women’s
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The Hemp Blockchain, Inc. Competing for Carbon Removal XPRIZE with the support of FFES Environmental
SALT LAKE CITY, March 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — The Hemp Blockchain, Inc., the company building advanced cloud-based solutions to accelerate
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The GHB Interview: Troy Johns, Chairman of the Board, NGBS
NGBS Chairman discusses how the future of homebuilding is green. Green Home Builder: Tell us about your work with the
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2022 Advances Green Building
Safety and design are at the forefront of green home building. By Camille Manaloto Since the rising trend of healthy
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Go Small or Go Home
With small kitchens, organization is critical. By ElizaBeth Marcocci The key to designing a small kitchen is good planning, utilization
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Tips For Safer Stairs
KBIS speaker offers carpenters simple solutions for safer stairs. By Doug Walter The National Safety Council reveals that 12,000 people
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RESNET HERS Changes For 2022
Each January and July, RESNET HERS require major changes. By Rick Dixon Several major changes that had been planned to
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Central Park Has New Models by Brookfield Residential
Grand Opening of Villa, Cadence homes by Brookfield Residential set for Feb. 12. CENTENNIAL, Colo. (Feb. 2, 2022) – Homebuyers
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The Courtyards at Waterstone and St. Johns Preserve
Landsea Homes are now selling at The Courtyards at Waterstone and St. Johns Preserve, two single-family home communities in Palm
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Green Builder Media Releases Remodeling Field Report
The report offers a look at actual green remodeling projects, including all the lessons learned. According to Green Builder Media,
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Rammed-Earth Construction
Rammed-earth construction; a sustainable way to build a stylish and energy-efficient home. According to Realtor.com, rammed-earth homes are sustainable and
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Des Moines’ Smart Home Proposal
A Des Moines developer is proposing to build 15 new smart homes. According to Axios, a developer is proposing to
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Eco Friendly Design Trends in 2022
Sustainable homes trends are booming as many states are now incentivizing builders to go green. According to The Environmental Magazine,
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The Rise of Sustainable Homes
In 2022, new home construction will see the rise of new sustainability-focused movements. According to Appraisal Buzz, architects, designers and
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