Latest in energy-efficiency

on February 21,2012 in Feature (Web Exclusive)

A new study says that achieving some LEED credits might carry an additional risk of worker injury of up to 41 percent.

on January 26,2012 in Feature (Web Exclusive)

The Earth Advantage Institute identified 10 key green building trends for 2012.

on January 10,2012 in Feature (Web Exclusive)

This month, Texas adopts a statewide building code that should cut the energy consumption of new single-family homes by more than 15%, according to the Energy Systems Laboratory at the Texas A...

on January 09,2012 in Feature (Web Exclusive)

Some Ontario builders are worried that new building code requirements with stricter energy efficiency measures could lead to poor indoor air quality.

on December 28,2011 in Feature (Web Exclusive)

More than 6.8 million homes have been weatherized using federal, state, utility, and other funds under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act.

on December 28,2011 in Feature (Web Exclusive)

Proposed changes include allowing owners to build thicker walls to accommodate external insulation, allowing the installation of solar panels

on November 18,2011 in Feature

The U.S. Department of Energy is dictating that homeowners and by default remodelers take note of the International Energy Conservation Code

5 modern green homes
on October 22,2011 in Feature

Five leading architects and designers present their concepts for sustainable, energy-efficient living.

Moen Envi
on September 28,2011 in Product Review

Moen’s Envi collection of Eco-Performance showerheads and handshowers offer a flow rate of 1.75 gallons per minute

on September 26,2011 in Feature

Including energy audits in your business can be a path to new revenues

Green homes, green custom homes, green construction green building, high-end gre
on September 08,2011 in Feature

Big, expensive custom homes don’t have to be wasteful of energy and other resources, as long as builders educate themselves and their clients about green features and technologies.

on August 11,2011 in Feature

The top products of the last 12 months as chosen by the editors of Professional Remodeler and Professional Builder

zero-energy homes, ibacos, best practices
on August 01,2011 in Feature

Developers of a cost-conscious zero-energy home offer guidance on building uber-green homes on a budget.

on June 14,2011 in Feature (Web Exclusive)
MyEnergyTax.com Helps Homeowners Claim Up to $500 Federal Tax Credit
on May 31,2011 in Feature
The popularity of condensing technology in tankless water heaters has risen steadily in recent years despite the worst construction market in memory. Once building revives in earnest around the...
on March 11,2011 in Feature
Experts from the NAHB Research Center offer advice on making green remodeling affordable
on March 09,2011 in Feature
Green remodel delivers space and safety for growing family
on March 09,2011 in Feature
The latest products and design trends shaping sustainable remodeling
on March 07,2011 in Feature
Fourth survey shows growing popularity of green remodeling, but challenges persist
on March 07,2011 in Feature
There's plenty of green product labels out there. The NAHB Research Center offers an evaluation of the major programs.