Green & Energy Efficiency
A compilation of green and energy-efficiency products design ideas and best practices for residential builders and remodelers.
Proper moisture management techniques are critical to the performance and life span of a structure
Growing demand for energy-efficient homes has made interior-ductwork schemes more enticing for builders in recent years. But this approach has...
The NAHB Research Center offers 24 simple, low-cost steps to achieving NGBS Bronze certification on your new homes.
Energy audits can be a way to drive business, but challenges persist, remodelers say
It still comes down to dollars and cents when homeowners are deciding on green features, survey says
Continuing to build on the success of the WaterSense program, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is making minor modifications to its...
Is it possible to sell green remodeling in a down market? What are the challenges and opportunities presented by sustainability and energy efficiency...
A new study examines the potential of wood — typically used only in low-rise building — as an option in taller structures.
Deciding exactly where to place the thermal envelope is one of the most important decisions made when planning an exterior renovation or major...
