2021-07-26 13:00
The state of Minnesota has formally adopted the 2018 edition of IAPMO’s Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC) , with state-specific amendments, to form the 2020 Minnesota Plumbing Co… Read More
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2021-07-23 15:11
It’s lights out at this custom passive home—and that’s a very good thing.
The homeowners’ vision for this project was for a minimalist structure, built beyo… Read More
2021-07-22 16:24
The remodeling sector’s record growth is being spurred not only by shifting pandemic priorities but also by much deeper, systemic market dynamics.
Since the onset of the pand… Read More
2021-07-21 16:09
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In this ebook, Water Heaters In Control, learn about the latest technology in water heaters and how they are an integral link to today’s electrified homes… Read More
2021-07-19 20:56
The 2024 IECC development process asks for proposals to include assessment of cost effectiveness and impact on builders, owners, and the energy system.
The ICC is accepting code ch… Read More
2021-07-19 20:47
The Scottsdale ReVISION House demonstrates the right balance between having a beautiful yard and preserving the surrounding ecosystem.
In this video, homeowner Steve Easley talks a… Read More
2021-07-16 15:51
This ‘fiscal cliff’ became a mountain of energy efficiency.
As managing director of Sustainable Housing Services at Steven Winter Associates in Norwalk, Connecticut, Ma… Read More
2021-07-16 14:43
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Chosen for its high-performance specs, Sherwin-Williams SuperPaint with Sanitizing Technology contains an EPA registered microbicide that kills certain bacteria… Read More
2021-07-15 16:48
When it comes to a wet environment, marine lumber offers a durable, environmentally safe alternative to traditional wood.
The green building industry is growing steadily as more co… Read More
2021-07-15 15:49
Buyer’s remorse is at an all-time high. Here’s why.
The frenzied housing market is forcing buyers to make snap decisions, resulting in a large number of new homeowners… Read More
2021-07-15 14:31
Here’s what environmentally conscious homeowners consider when choosing home service providers.
The millennial generation is projected to represent a dominant share of reside… Read More
2021-07-14 13:48
Reducing time-to-tap is the tip of the iceberg: The latest information on how to improve hot water systems in single-family and multifamily buildings.
On July 21 at 2 pm Eastern, G… Read More
2021-07-13 19:15
So you’ve bought a fixer upper. Now what? Learn how to pick your projects and set your budget to take your house to the next level.
If you’ve got the vision to look at… Read More
2021-07-13 12:39
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2021-07-12 17:55
Get involved! Check out these four Action Alerts and make a difference for the environment
1. RESNET – RESNET has one addendum currently out for review:
Addendum 58f seeks t… Read More
2021-07-08 18:12
Buildings and construction account for nearly 40 percent of global CO2 emissions, a level that is wholly unsustainable. Carbontech promises to change that.
A new wave of carbon red… Read More
2021-07-08 17:16
With rainwater harvesting, an atmospheric water collector, and water-conscious appliances, fixtures, and faucets at all levels, the VISION House Seattle Cascades will lower the bar… Read More
2021-07-08 16:20
As the growth rate for the electric vehicle market rises, vehicle-to-grid technology is enhancing storage capacity and power reliability.
The end of the gas-guzzling internal combu… Read More
2021-07-07 22:06
As homeowners and office workers adjust to the pandemic, the construction industry must change its game, too.
As we move forward into 2021 in a world that is not the same as it was… Read More
2021-07-06 13:06
Deadline to Submit Proposed Changes to 2024 National Standard Plumbing Code (NSPC) is March 1.
To facilitate the development of an updated National Standard Plumbing Code—Ill… Read More
2021-07-01 18:13
A new survey shows that low inventory and high housing prices push more buyers to consider a home with a micro footprint.
Tiny homes and small space are becoming the right size for… Read More
2021-07-01 12:00
Green Builder Media recently conducted a survey of hundreds of millennial influencers, revealing groundbreaking insights into home buying choices and behavioral patterns. What… Read More
2021-06-30 18:39
With COVID impacting public services, trash has piled up in streets, waterways, and open spaces in neighborhoods across the country.
Consumers are responding to the shocking increa… Read More
2021-06-30 17:00
Green Builder Media’s recent survey of hundreds of millennials provides groundbreaking insights into their home buying choices and behavioral patterns. What does this audience… Read More
2021-06-28 16:41
Scientists are closing in on a way to turn a home’s wooden frame into a power source.
Green energy is currently generated from several sources: solar, wind and water. You may… Read More
2021-06-25 19:11
Homeowners have enhanced their outdoor living areas at record rates during COVID-19. Expect that trend to continue.
The pandemic has forced consumers to cut back on discretionary a… Read More
2021-06-24 18:07
New research finds rising levels of methane from gas production. The Texas freeze burned away the myth that gas offers better resilience than renewable backup systems.
For decades… Read More
2021-06-24 17:56
On July 14, Green Builder's Editor-in-Chief Matt Power gets into specific details about what we need to build (and rebuild) homes for resiliency.
Extreme heat. Wildfire Smoke… Read More
2021-06-24 14:42
Housing 2.0 participants have quickly grasped the hands-on information aspect of the program and optimized their home designs in a charrette-type format. Read how the program is goi… Read More
2021-06-22 18:42
Should you buy an extended warranty on new appliances? The answer depends on the initial price—and your personality.
Sometimes, you need to spend money to save money. But som… Read More
2021-06-21 19:04
Californians have braced for another year of runaway wildfires, but this time, they’re better informed and better prepared.
Randall and Jill Hauser are often told they’… Read More
2021-06-18 15:41
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2021-06-17 17:00
Ready or not, we’re shifting into the Decarbonization Economy. Signs of this metamorphosis are all around us.
The transition to the Decarbonization Economy will not only free… Read More
2021-06-17 16:43
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The company’s innovative paints can help to improve indoor air quality and provide constant sanitation of surfaces.
Sherwin-Williams has been a leader in p… Read More
2021-06-16 17:17
Colorado legislators pass bills that will reduce building emissions and cut utility costs.
Colorado legislators passed three bills today and four total this session to help Colorad… Read More
2021-06-16 17:04
One surprising statistic about first-time home buyers is what they put as the number one priority: Not energy efficiency. Not affordability. It’s having a nice lawn!
Accordin… Read More
2021-06-15 21:15
Transient visitors can use three to five times more resources than full-time residents. Now multiply that times 292 million guests per year.
Have you ever been in a relationship wh… Read More
2021-06-15 17:27
On June 23, Mike Steffen, AIA, Director of Innovation of Walsh Construction, will present a webinar that addresses construction solutions for those who develop and operate affordabl… Read More
2021-06-11 14:27
RESNET, NEHERS, and One Tree Pledge host sustainability webinar on June 16.
Can a commitment to sustainability be affordable? Register for this webinar to find out! Read More
2021-06-10 17:12
The fresh outdoors is waiting! This aspirational collection of outdoor living space ideas, projects, and trends will inspire you to do more with the environment around your home.
T… Read More
2021-06-10 14:24
The Biden Administration has committed to reach net zero emissions by 2050. How do we get there? Hint: full-scale clean energy adoption and electrification.
Decarbonizing our natio… Read More
2021-06-09 19:31
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This video highlights Western Window Systems’ important contribution to the VISION House Seattle Cascade’s high-performance envelope.
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2021-06-08 18:57
Green Builder sat down with this 23-year-old energy conservation and efficiency associate to explore her work in Environment America’s greater goal of 100 percent renewable en… Read More
2021-06-07 18:57
A new book based on a report to the California Energy Commission is a treasure trove of information about net zero building for builders and developers.
Interested in building zero… Read More
2021-06-04 21:50
Popular in the 1960s, split system air handlers had drawbacks that caused them to fall out of favor. New models operate quietly and reliably and fit squarely into the post-fossil fu… Read More
2021-06-03 18:16
Watch this video and learn how the Broan-NuTone AI Series fresh air system solves a vexing problem for builders.
Broan-NuTone’s new AI Series of residential fresh air systems… Read More
2021-06-03 17:40
Green Builder Media is bringing together a group of rising star leaders to influence the way that homes, products, and policies are developed to meet our evolving social, environmen… Read More
2021-06-03 14:20
Green Builder sat down with this 30-something investment trend-setter to explore her work bringing social justice causes together with smart investing.
Jenna Nicholas grew up in Lo… Read More
2021-06-02 20:55
When it comes to decking, roofing, and siding, durability wins the day. Here’s Green Builder editor picks for new resilient options.
1. MoistureShield Elevate Capped Composit… Read More
2021-06-01 22:40
Here are the season’s timeless interior design trends and links for inspiration.
After spending what felt like the longest-ever winter indoors, homeowners are demanding cost… Read More
2021-05-27 17:34
Despite a reasonable amount of precipitation in the winter and early spring, much of the western half of the U.S. is facing increasingly urgent drought conditions.
The lack o… Read More
2021-05-27 17:03
SIPs were chosen as the structural roofing system for the VISION House Seattle Cascades to enhance efficiency, solve for labor challenges, and mitigate soaring lumber costs.
Green… Read More
2021-05-26 13:02
For Building Safety Month, here’s some advice on electrical safety for non-electrical contractors.
Electrical safety awareness isn’t just for electricians. In fact, non… Read More
2021-05-25 18:13
Due to hit the streets (and job sites) in 2022, Ford’s electrified F-150 Lightning pickup truck offers a step away from fossil fuels, into a sleek, powerful “Swiss Army… Read More
2021-05-25 17:51
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Is Your Health at Risk Without You Even Knowing It?
It’s no understatement that we spend far more time indoors than we do outside. The EPA estimates people… Read More
2021-05-25 14:36
From familiar to new, here are the sustainability products our readers are talking about most.
As we start to head into the high season for construction, what are the things our re… Read More
2021-05-24 21:32
Your cooking may be hazardous to your health – and not because you’re a bad chef. Find out how your cooking habits could be harming you.
Did you know that every time yo… Read More
2021-05-21 20:30
Disasters can strike at any time on a construction site. Here’s how you can be ready.
In August 2020, Hurricane Laura made landfall, traveling through the Gulf Coast and matc… Read More
2021-05-20 14:22
This year’s Hot 50 product winners, picked by Green Builder’s editors, include innovative new options in the appliance category.
Beko Upright Freezers
The events of th… Read More
2021-05-20 14:15
Here is your chance to tell your company’s environmental success story.
Corporations across the globe are stepping up to be part of the solution in the quest to mitigate clim… Read More
2021-05-19 17:21
DOE’s more direct participation in the code development process could mean difficult choices for legislators and policymakers.
DOE announced its preliminary determination of… Read More
2021-05-19 16:25
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The company’s durable CPVC pipe and fire protection systems have become familiar to most builders. Lubrizol makes FlowGuard Gold CPVC, along with BlazeMaste… Read More
2021-05-18 21:15
At 32, Chris Castro can hold up more accolades from his work fighting climate change than most people earn in a lifetime.
It’s hard to define a true beginning to Chris Castro… Read More
2021-05-18 20:48
When building a home, it’s easy to get caught up in the aesthetics and flashy technologies involved, yet often the things under the surface can be the most important. They aff… Read More
2021-05-17 16:55
Rising sea levels will pose a huge risk to affordable housing by 2050.
Affordable housing along the East Coast is already under threat of flooding, thanks to Climate Change-induced… Read More
2021-05-17 16:35
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It’s no overstatement to say that smart irrigation like this should be on the essentials list for any home, and our Scottsdale remodel project is no excepti… Read More
2021-05-14 21:04
Why be part of the problem? By making a few changes to your home or condo, you can take giant steps toward a zero impact life.
Ten years ago, The Empire State Building had a major… Read More
2021-05-13 14:36
The Walk offers residents an all-electric, sun-powered lifestyle and wins a Green Builder Home of the Year Award for Sustainable Community.
People who live in rental units don&rsqu… Read More
2021-05-13 14:09
COVID has impacted nearly every industry in our economy, with travel and recreation on the top of the list of sectors that have been transformed by shifting consumer preferences&mda… Read More
2021-05-12 20:25
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New Sherwin-Williams paint chemistry can actually help improve indoor air quality, and provide constant sanitation to surfaces.
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2021-05-12 20:03
RESNET teams with ICC to offer a designation to help raters feel secure with verification of energy code compliance.
In a logical joining of forces, RESNET and ICC have jointly cre… Read More
2021-05-12 15:31
The next generation of home buyers pay more for what they truly value.
I have the good fortune to serve on a national advisory board for one of our nation’s largest productio… Read More
2021-05-11 13:18
Americans love their pets, and their pets love them, but pets and furniture don’t always get along. Find out how to furnish your home to keep it pet-friendly and stylish.
We… Read More
2021-05-10 16:03
Green Builder Media continues to churn out the most relevant content you need to keep your building business current. Mark these three on your calendar today Read More
2021-05-07 19:35
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With more than 50 years of experience, this national landscaping company approaches exterior hardscapes with resource conservation high on the priority list.
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2021-05-06 19:40
Choosing the optimal products and technologies for the Scottsdale ReVISION house means carefully balancing art and performance.
When building or remodeling any home, you have thous… Read More
2021-05-06 18:25
Even though housing starts, permits, and home prices are soaring, the ugly trifecta of out-of-control lumber costs, labor challenges, and material shortages has a stranglehold on th… Read More
2021-05-06 16:41
With a HERS rating of 17, this traditional-looking home boasts exceptional building science at all levels.
George Yeager and Sharon Riskedahl, owners of the Legacy House in Lewis C… Read More
2021-05-05 16:59
IAPMO is looking for Technical Committee Members for its 2024 USPSHTC, USHGC
IAPMO is seeking volunteers to participate on two technical committees working toward the development o… Read More
2021-05-04 19:34
By emphasizing time-saving, water-saving and energy-saving, the appliance maker leads on environmental issues.
Keenly aware of the challenges of home life over the past year, Whirl… Read More
2021-05-03 22:39
2021 brings us big advances in green technology. Here is our annual gathering of the products that bring us closer to a better built world.
A year ago, Green Builder highlighted pr… Read More
2021-04-29 21:55
Green Builder Media’s annual Sustainability Symposium made the case for optimism with its wide-ranging exploration of cutting-edge climate science, transformative innovations… Read More
2021-04-29 17:57
RESNET and the One Tree Pledge (OTP) sustainability campaign, announce a collaboration in celebration of RESNET passing the three millionth HERS-rated homes benchmark.
The On… Read More
2021-04-28 14:23
In this webinar, two renowned health experts will explain how the location of a home can impact disease, illness, and wellness—and how to make it better.
Join us May 12 at 2:… Read More
2021-04-27 19:53
Building equity is the traditional way of safe saving, but make sure the math works, given your economic realities.
Let’s do some numbers. When you buy a house, you typically… Read More
2021-04-26 14:35
Hear what the authorities have to say on a variety of topics related to plumbing, sustainability, and safety.
IAPMO is excited to announce the launch of a new podcast series, &ldqu… Read More
2021-04-23 21:52
Off grid, and made with low-maintenance materials, Upland Road House raises the resilience bar and earned a 2021 Green Home of the Year Award.
Then crafting a classy home in scenic… Read More
2021-04-22 12:00
Earth Day is an annual celebration of the environmental movement—an earnest reminder to take stock of our progress, celebrate our successes, and lament our losses.
Many peopl… Read More
2021-04-21 19:00
This contemporary beauty proves that factory-built homes can achieve high design along with high performance. It also won a 2021 Green Home of the Year award.
The Lang/St. Marie Re… Read More
2021-04-21 13:51
Oregon is the first state to adopt IAPMO’s 2021 Uniform Plumbing Code, employing it as the basis for the recently enacted 2021 Oregon Plumbing Specialty Code (OPSC).
Oregon i… Read More
2021-04-20 17:08
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At Mariposa Meadows, a fanciful outdoor living area featuring Trex products meets the site’s strict emphasis on durability and environmental responsibility… Read More
2021-04-19 13:50
The Force is strong when it comes to growing your own food, but how do you mix an urban lifestyle with a passion for getting your hands dirty?
It seems everyone has a green thumb t… Read More
2021-04-16 21:10
Home builders need to learn from a quick-serve restaurant and a vanguard builder if they want to build a sustainable and profitable business.
Innovative new business solutions ofte… Read More
2021-04-15 20:02
Any manufactured item we purchase matters, now more than ever.
My brother Mitch works in the hard sciences. He’s one of those wonky people you never hear of, who’s spen… Read More
2021-04-14 19:20
Over the long haul, more efficient washers, dryers, and cooktops tend to save enough on water and electricity use to validate their up-front costs Read More
2021-04-14 15:03
After a pandemic-induced hiatus in 2020, the Next Generation Water Summit (NGWS) is coming to a computer screen near you June 2–4. The event returns with the theme of “D… Read More
2021-04-13 18:05
You can upgrade from a rental unit to an affordable, more resilient form of shelter, but the path is fraught with wrong turns that must be avoided.
“Buying a home early in li… Read More
2021-04-13 15:38
Learn how to build high-performance, cost-effective, innovative homes in this webinar featuring Gene Myers of Thrive Homes Read More
2021-04-12 14:35
Built-to-rent housing is one of the fastest-growing sectors of the U.S. housing market, with demand from renters and investors exceeding supply.
The single-family rental home indus… Read More
2021-04-09 15:47
A new report modeling SPF’s impact on the CO2 footprint of a home over its lifespan finds huge differences in impact, based on the type of blowing agent.
Every time I conduct… Read More
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