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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Sustainable Design
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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Biden’s Green Materials Mandate
Biden’s plan to be carbon-neutral by 2050 may increase sustainable construction materials. According to Building Design and Construction, the order
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2021: The Year Sustainability Went Mainstream
This year, sustainability became the norm. According to Harvard Business Review, this past year, sustainability in just about ever sector
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The Top Green Building Materials
Here are some of the best green building materials for the industry to consider. According to The Culture Chronicle, these
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Green Technology and Sustainability Market
The Green Technology and Sustainability Market size is expected to reach $38. 15 billion by 2027. According to Yahoo! Finance,
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Sustainable Buildings Surged in 2021
In 2021, the country saw unprecedented policy changes as lawmakers recognized the importance of meeting climate goals. According to the
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USACE Advocates Sustainable Construction on Last Frontier
USACE works to meet sustainability goals by using construction practices that are as energy efficient as possible. According to the
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How Green Homebuilding and Sustainability Evolved
Equity is a core component of sustainability. By Chloe Chapman and Kaylee Beam Climate change, affordable housing and social equity
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Build Back Better Incentives for Clean Homes
These incentives aim to help U.S. homeowners and renters heat and cool their homes and cook meals using less energy.
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USGBC Makes Cities Central to Climate Correction
USGBC is helping cities reach global goals in an effort to fight climate change. According to USGBC, USGBC is an
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Designing Green – How Denver Is Encouraging Sustainability Through Design
By Sarah Hunter In August 2021, a landmark UN scientific report unveiled a sobering assessment of our planet’s future: a
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The House That SHE Built
By Jillian Prichard Cooke In Utah’s Wasatch Front, family-oriented communities emerge amidst hot springs, rivers, parks and trails, the perfect
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DOE Scientists Able to convert CO2 Into Natural Gas
Scientists reveal their alternative to natural gas. According to E&E News, the new method uses a solvent called EEMPA that
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Green Building Material Market to Reach USD 573.91 Billion by 2027
Green building, a technology for developing an environmentally friendly infrastructure, reduces negative impacts on construction. The Green Building Market Materials
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Top Five LEED Certified Projects of 2021
An overview of the five most considerable projects from USGBC’s ranking. 106 communities received the certification across the U.S. in
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The Value of Solar Power
Considerations in installing your own renewable energy like solar power. By Wayne D. Alldredge On the day I write this,
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Clean Air: A Zoomer’s Best Friend
Indoor air quality (IAQ) impacts a Zoomer’s health, cognitive function and performance. By Jillian Pritchard Cooke The American Psychological Association’s
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Comfort, Meet Economy
The high performance imperative for new homes. By Daniel P. Gehman There is a switch in many electric vehicles that
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Green, Greener, Greenest
Healthier, more sustainable homes are what today’s buyers are looking for By Donna Aldrich The demand for green homes, even
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Counting Out Chemicals In Your Building Materials
Rethinking your building materials selections could contribute to a more sustainable outcome By Jessie Buckmaster Health has become a popular
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5 Tips for Successful Home Electrification with Heat Pumps
The transition to greener homes is more imminent than ever By MAUREEN MCGEARY MAHLE Over one quarter of all homes
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The Emergence of Green Makerspaces
Saving money using the power of creativity and green place By MARCELA OLIVA There is a new opportunity for green
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LEED Enables Greater Efficiency for Affordable Housing Residents
The LEED Homes Awards feature innovative, LEED certified affordable housing projects By ALYSSON BLACKWELDER In the Bronx neighborhood of Morrisania,
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Make the Most of the Outdoors
Building professionals can utilize space outdoors for prospective homeowners By MARLA ESSER CLOOS Our homes have literally become our centers
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The GHB Interview: Sarah Alexander, Senior Vice President of Credentialing & Certification at GBCI
Sarah Alexander shares her insight on green building certifications and the importance of sustainable practices. Green Home Builder: Can you
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Outdoor Space Revival
In a post-pandemic world, outdoor living space becomes a wellness necessity for homebuyers By MARISSA KASDAN The global pandemic has
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Curb Appeal Can Be Affordable
What research says about curb appeal and qualities of outdoor spaces that attract home buyers By CASSY AOYAGI Passionate about
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What is the Correct Formula for a Healthy Home?
Creating a stay at home formula in place for the whole family is key By Jillian Pritchard Cooke The definition
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Opening a Resilient, New Chapter
The future of building is net zero: homes will generate more energy than they consume By Mahesh Ramanujam A new
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College team builds net zero electric home for international competition
Donated by the city of Ogden, Utah, students from Weber State University built an all electric, net zero energy home
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Why Indoor Quality Is Important? Introducing Broan-NuTone’s SurfaceShield™ technology
Consider this, according to the EPA (epa.gov), indoor air quality is five times worse than outdoor air quality. Most homeowners
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