Green & Energy Efficiency
A compilation of green and energy-efficiency products design ideas and best practices for residential builders and remodelers.
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...
SolarCity Corp., a developer of rooftop solar power systems, is preparing to file for an initial public offering.
Salt Lake City, Utah’s newest housing development is solar-powered, eco-friendly, and geothermal.
The U.S. Department of Energy Secretary Steven Chu announced the 20 collegiate teams selected to compete in the U.S. Department of Energy Solar...
