2020-08-05 18:06
Join an engaging webinar with DOE expert Heather Goetsch and learn specific ways to reduce the overall life cycle impact of a building.
On August 13 at 2:00 p.m., Heather Goetsch… Read More
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2020-08-05 13:02
The new I-Codes are out. Here are the highlights of the biggest changes and two important reasons every jurisdiction should update.
The 2021 edition of the I-Codes includes u… Read More
2020-08-04 19:11
Carrier’s brand-new Infinity® 26 air conditioner and Infinity® 24 heat pump with Greenspeed® Intelligence answer homeowner demand for the highest quality indoor ai… Read More
2020-07-31 19:38
Research shows that closed-cell spray foam insulation creates a highly effective barrier against radon gas in both new and remodeled homes.
More than half of the United States has… Read More
2020-07-30 13:36
Despite the ongoing surge in coronavirus cases, the housing market seems to be the bright spot in the economy—at least for now. Home buying activity is hitting record levels… Read More
2020-07-29 15:17
The concept of work is rapidly transforming as people decide that they are ready to abandon the traditional office model in favor of telecommuting.
According to COGNITION Smart Dat… Read More
2020-07-29 13:09
Ted Clifton, Owner/CEO Clifton View Homes and Zero-Energy Plans, Bellingham, Wash., has proof his zero energy home line is what buyers want in uncertain times.
GB: Is the coronavir… Read More
2020-07-28 17:01
The rise of net zero housing will likely accelerate in wake of the pandemic.
The net zero energy building (NZEB) movement has hit critical mass. After decades of being considered a… Read More
2020-07-28 13:41
This new resource provides an overview of performance path options for meeting IECC requirements.
What is the performance path to energy code compliance? It is a way for building p… Read More
2020-07-28 12:50
Around the nation, states grapple with energy code adoption. Here’s a report out of New Mexico.
In his July 25 The New Mexican column, Kim Shanahan, a Santa Fe builder and fo… Read More
2020-07-27 21:03
When people stay at home, energy efficiency is a must. Builder Wayne Turett came to that conclusion several years ago.
You wouldn’t think there would be much of a link betwee… Read More
2020-07-27 17:08
ASSE standard for atmospheric water generators designated an American National Standard.
Atmospheric water generators (AWGs) are devices that pull water out of the air to be used f… Read More
2020-07-24 18:56
CR Herro, Vice President of Innovation, Meritage Homes, Scottsdale, Ariz., notes that COVID-19 impact on the housing industry won’t be fully understood until the last half of… Read More
2020-07-24 18:16
Researchers compared electric charging costs to gasoline costs for EVs and standard vehicles.
Editor’s Note: A study of this type is long overdue. Although we have heard in t… Read More
2020-07-24 18:04
LEED guidance offers credits to make social equity and public health a part of sustainability planning.
The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) has released two new Safety First pi… Read More
2020-07-24 12:30
The 5th Annual Zero Energy Inventory is now open. Enter your project today.
Team Zero (the Net Zero Energy Coalition) is embarking on its 5th annual Zero Energy Residential Buildin… Read More
2020-07-23 19:48
Remote jobs, low mortgage rates, and a retreat to suburban and rural markets fuel home sales.
The coronavirus has changed consumers’ perspectives about where they want to liv… Read More
2020-07-23 18:33
Hear a Northwest architect on how the pandemic has changed his business and 13 home trends he thinks will impact the housing industry long term.
Nathan Good, FAIA, of Nathan Good A… Read More
2020-07-23 13:39
Modern life is raucous in the best of times, but the ones we’re experiencing now would hardly qualify for high ratings. Day and night, we’re bombarded with images… Read More
2020-07-22 13:38
Get involved in the building code development process.
The International Code Council (ICC) posted the official call for interest in the Long Term Code Development Process Committe… Read More
2020-07-22 13:18
New controversial shared solar program aims to help homes comply with new California energy code.
The California Energy Commission recently approved the SMUD (Sacramento Municipal… Read More
2020-07-22 12:44
Inadequate room for quarantine/isolation much more common among minorities hardest hit by pandemic, worsening spread within families.
An article published today in the Annals of In… Read More
2020-07-21 14:36
By using the natural insulating qualities of soil and an innovative, fast assembly method, this company is challenging the sticks-and-bricks model.
Although the term “earth-s… Read More
2020-07-21 14:00
This free webinar is presented by Sam Rashkin, Chief Architect, U.S. DOE Building Technologies Office, on August 6, 2:00 p.m. Eastern.
The zero energy and zero-energy-ready train h… Read More
2020-07-20 16:56
Turnkey models of a hybrid RV-tiny home, priced at about $45,000, appeal to urbanites fleeing Covid-19 ravaged urban centers.
Editor’s Note: The release reprinted below descr… Read More
2020-07-20 13:23
The new seismic design manuals have been updated to reference the 2018 IBC and are available in both PDF and a new eBook format.
The International Code Council and the Structural E… Read More
2020-07-20 13:17
September 18 is deadline for best structures in systems-built housing competition.
The 2021 Building Systems Councils Jerry Rouleau Awards for Marketing and Home Design are now o… Read More
2020-07-20 12:39
As the economy opens up, questions and concerns abound how the Coronavirus pandemic will impact the built environment, and how the industry will respond.
In the first several week… Read More
2020-07-17 18:21
Pandemic or no, people still want to buy homes—but they expect more health and safety for their money.
Most economists agree that we’re heading for a recession. … Read More
2020-07-16 14:46
Trump just dealt another devastating blow to the global climate in the name of progress by repealing the National Environmental Policy Act, considered to be the bedrock of environme… Read More
2020-07-16 14:34
New medical report cites major indoor air quality issues, courtesy of gas stoves.
People kept indoors by COVID-19 stay-at-home orders may have a higher risk of another airborne pro… Read More
2020-07-15 19:30
By applying a human-centric metric, cooling and heating can be optimized for the comfort of occupants.
Purdue University researchers have developed a sensor connected to the intern… Read More
2020-07-14 19:07
The Tar Heel state decides to stop relying on FEMA maps and identify flood zones itself.
Officials in North Carolina are taking proactive measures to ensure homes don’t keep… Read More
2020-07-14 18:06
IAPMO’s Water Demand Calculator version 2.0 offers new and enhanced features.
While the basic template of the Water Demand Calculator remains intact, several new features hav… Read More
2020-07-14 14:42
Half of this season’s Atlantic storms may become hurricanes.
Leading weather experts predict heightened chance for major storms making landfall in North America this hurrican… Read More
2020-07-13 15:42
Human health has become the world’s No. 1 issue.
First of all, I hope that everyone reading this is healthy and that your family members are healthy, as well. I do know peopl… Read More
2020-07-09 15:55
With people spending more time at home during the pandemic, DIY projects have surged by up to 75% in some markets, even with concerns about spending. Which types of projects a… Read More
2020-07-08 17:34
Is e-voting helpful or harmful to code development? Eight ICC shareholders offer their views.
In our last article, we detailed the 2021 IECC preliminary voting results. The outcome… Read More
2020-07-08 16:25
Don’t be fooled by the tranquil appearance of the VISION House at Mariposa Meadows—this is a powerhouse built to withstand the most extreme weather.
Spring finally come… Read More
2020-07-08 14:14
Gen Xers have been hit hardest financially, and perhaps emotionally, by the Coronavirus.
According to COGNITION Smart Data, Green Builder Media’s suite of market intelligence… Read More
2020-07-07 12:55
What causes foul odors from septic systems to enter a home? A failed sink or toilet trap could be the cause. But older homes on slabs sometimes have failed J-shaped traps buried bel… Read More
2020-07-06 17:09
2020-07-06 14:35
Legislation to amend and extend federal tax credit for energy-efficient homes (45L) is moving in Congress. Sign On Now to Support Read More
2020-07-05 07:46
How can we make the return to kindergarten or elementary school safer during the pandemic? Ventilate, filter and humidify to optimal levels.
BASED ON WHAT WE KNOW about the coronav… Read More
2020-07-02 16:56
IAPMO calls for formal code proposals toward the development of the 2024 editions of these American National Standard designated model codes.
The code proposal form, as well as pro… Read More
2020-07-02 16:51
2020-07-02 16:15
In this time of strife and upheaval, some government leaders want to take action, evidenced by the plan issued earlier this week by the House Select Committee on the Climate Crisis… Read More
2020-07-02 15:31
What do Florida and California have in common this week beyond soaring COVID cases? Both states are abuzz with conversation about electrification.
Electrification of building… Read More
2020-06-25 18:45
Months of lockdown laid bare the flaws in many a kitchen’s design and functionality. Will tedium, time wasting and poor appliance performance lead to upgrades or avoidance?
A… Read More
2020-06-25 16:14
This month marks the three-year anniversary of the Grenfell fire in London, which set ablaze a 23-story apartment building, killing 72 people. Since then, awareness about the danger… Read More
2020-06-25 15:58
It seems that many States are taking one step forward, two steps back, as the number of Coronavirus cases and hospitalizations explodes in what top US health official Dr. Fauci deem… Read More
2020-06-25 15:22
Act aims to stimulate the residential energy-efficiency industry with immediate and long-term initiatives.
The Building Performance Association actively supports the HOPE fo… Read More
2020-06-24 17:27
Few products can reduce pandemic risks at home better than self-sanitizing toilets, HVAC and touch-free appliances. Here are nine standouts available today Read More
2020-06-22 18:25
Team Zero is embarking on their 5th annual Zero Energy Residential Buildings Inventory in the US and Canada and they need your help in making the inventory as comprehensive as possi… Read More
2020-06-18 18:15
Here are some notable building code changes happening around the country.
Florida
In mid-January, the mayor of Miami signed an agreement that sets the city on a path to be c… Read More
2020-06-18 17:15
Cooking from home has become the new normal. As the economy reopens, consumers are investing in kitchen redesigns.
According to COGNITION Smart Data, many Americ… Read More
2020-06-18 12:37
Many economists forecast that the housing sector will lead us out of the downturn. But with consumer confidence still deflated, which consumer segments are really driving the… Read More
2020-06-18 12:15
Omaha, Neb., finally updates from the 2006 IRC.
The city adopted an updated version of their codes, including the IRC. They had previously been on the 2006 IRC. Now, th… Read More
2020-06-17 22:45
Fresh housing data suggest obstacles and waypoints toward market recovery.
Examining Market Conditions
Housing Tides recently updated its housing data… Read More
2020-06-17 22:15
Webinar Takes Place Wednesday, June 24, 2020 at 3:00 Eastern
Experts predict that the 2020 fire season will be extreme and destructive, especially in rural mountain areas and commu… Read More
2020-06-17 17:15
New bill gives Navajo Nation, which has experienced severe water shortages, the right to use water from sources in Utah.
IAPMO, whose nonprofit International Water, Sanitation and… Read More
2020-06-11 02:56
There is nothing good about a global pandemic, economic meltdown, social unrest, or climate change—especially when they’re all happening at the same time. Will the… Read More
2020-06-10 19:39
IAPMO Seeks Canadian Representation on the Plumbing Standards Committee for Development of U.S. and Canadian National Standards
IAPMO seeks Canadian representation&n… Read More
2020-06-10 18:38
June 15 deadline to support renewable rights and net metering.
In mid-April, The New England Ratepayers Association filed a petition with FERC to move wholesale energy sales… Read More
2020-06-09 14:22
Our expert insider guide will show you how to escape apartment living forever, and live at or below your current budget.
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In June, as many as 50 p… Read More
2020-06-04 15:45
A perfect storm of pandemic anxiety, nomadic obstacles and new family members could (still) spur a surge of online home buying among millennials.
With home model tours and walkthro… Read More
2020-06-02 17:41
As mass timber construction continues to expand across the country, there are still challenges when it comes to building and specifying with mass timber.
Join Green Builder Media a… Read More
2020-06-02 16:36
Data collected from residential Phyn Plus leak detection systems reveal as much about state-of-mind as behavior.
Water is an incredibly important natural resource in our daily… Read More
2020-05-28 16:22
The shift to Net Zero Energy is transforming the built environment and placing new demands on professionals, manufacturers, utilities, city planners, local governments, and homeowne… Read More
2020-05-27 15:47
Most reporting so far has come from the 25 percent of properties at the high end, not the real economy.
Since coronavirus changed our world, I’ve struggled to reconcile a few… Read More
2020-05-27 15:29
Hands-on install of FV-10VE1 provides instant solution to high CO2 and particulate levels.
I'VE WRITTEN RECENTLY about the importance of combining filtration and air diffusion when… Read More
2020-05-26 16:22
Net Zero is one of the fastest growing areas of the building sector. Join Green Builder Media on Thursday, June 11, 2020 at 2:00 Eastern for a free webinar with Bruce Sull… Read More
2020-05-26 15:41
Brilliant, a leading smart home control and lighting company, and Genie, the well known brand of smart garage door openers, have just announced a new integration. Genie's full line… Read More
2020-05-22 19:33
Getting to zero carbon requires lowering the embodied carbon in a building as far as possible and then offsetting that carbon with renewable energy, a process we discuss in detail i… Read More
2020-05-21 20:13
The world is changing. It’s a perfect time to invest in data and insights that will help you optimize your company’s positioning in light of the new demands that s… Read More
2020-05-21 19:52
Now more than ever, consumers are demanding net zero homes. In fact, the number of net zero residential structures in the U.S. and Canada is growing on average 50-60% annually… Read More
2020-05-21 16:55
With a metal roof, solar array and extreme energy efficiency this home continues to turn heads.
On a mission to construct a long-lasting, low-maintenance Net Zero post-frame home… Read More
2020-05-20 21:30
Improving health, safety, and indoor air quality in our homes and buildings has become an indispensable obligation during pandemic times.
We all find ourselves navigating a new… Read More
2020-05-18 15:48
In this hard-hitting new ebook, Green Builder interviews 15 of the nation’s most progressive and sophisticated building industry leaders to talk about COVID-19&rsquo… Read More
2020-05-14 15:54
It is said that it is darkest just before dawn. The path to the future is illuminated, we just need to know where to look.
Lately I have been hearing a lot of speculation around ho… Read More
2020-05-13 15:53
I hope everyone is doing as well as they can in these hard times. Like all of you, I’ve spent the last 7 weeks at home with family, trying to stay safe…and so far we ha… Read More
2020-05-13 14:07
As businesses prepare to re-open, new NFPA checklist helps building owners and facility managers ensure fire and life safety for all occupants
As the federal government and many st… Read More
2020-05-13 13:58
ARCHDALE, N.C. – Space. We often feel we need more of it in our homes. Especially now, since we’re spending more time quarantined in our houses as a result of COVID-19 r… Read More
2020-05-13 13:27
Tall Mass Wood Timber buildings have captured the design imagination of North America. As these buildings are poised to go taller, leading firestop company Hilti North America has s… Read More
2020-05-12 13:42
Within the next decade, every new home will include a pre-installed smart home system with an array of smart devices and appliances. The dramatic takeover of tech in our lives has o… Read More
2020-05-09 21:42
Despite the brief respite in C02 production production due to the COVID-19 pandemic, human beings remain on a runaway path toward self-annhilation Read More
2020-05-07 17:36
Despite the slowdown in industry, transportation, and business during the last several weeks, global carbon emissions have only decreased by approximately 5.5%, indicating the consi… Read More
2020-05-07 15:59
Nearly 37% of Green Builder Media readers tell us that they believe that Health & Wellness/Indoor Air Quality will be the segment of the housing industry most impacted by the Co… Read More
2020-05-06 16:23
Data show coronavirus countermeasures have resulted in a record drop in fossil-fuel demand and created an opening for a clean-energy transition.
The early months of 2020 have offer… Read More
2020-05-05 15:02
The early 2020 trade show cycle is well behind us now. Everybody seems to have moved on to thinking about the upcoming quarters of this year and even the 2021 calendar. But, I want… Read More
2020-05-04 14:53
The COVID-19 pandemic provides unique opportunities for the government and private sector to consider alternative ways to solve multiple challenges facing our healthcare, homeless a… Read More
2020-04-30 15:35
The 2021 IECC has now been finalized. Join Green Builder Media and Jim Meyers from SWEEP on May 14 at 2:00 PM Eastern as we explore the new residential provisions in the 2021 I… Read More
2020-04-30 13:54
As the economy opens up, questions and concerns abound about the delicate balance between physical health and economic wellbeing. How will the Coronavirus pandemic impact the… Read More
2020-04-29 17:02
Here are three exciting technological developments coming for green builders out of the San Francisco Bay Area.
Led by the green building movement, many advances and improvements a… Read More
2020-04-29 16:22
Through COGNITION Smart Data, Green Builder Media is tracking online conversation about the Coronavirus. Not surprisingly, Health & Wellness is a major conversation driver… Read More
2020-04-28 18:41
Standing in line at the local discount store recently, I watched a woman in her late 60s struggle to pile hundreds of rolls of toilet tissue onto her shopping cart. Terrified by the… Read More
2020-04-27 15:59
The polyurethane-eating bacteria could offer a better way to deal with Earth's plastic overload.
Polyurethane, a key component in everything from kitchen sponges to building insula… Read More
2020-04-24 15:31
There are many unknowns swirling around the Coronavirus right now, but one thing is certain: there will be long-term, systemic changes in the housing sector that will place new dema… Read More
2020-04-23 18:07
It’s not surprising that, in the age of Coronavirus, consumers are placing enhanced emphasis and priority on Health and Wellness. With COGNITION Smart Data, Green Builde… Read More
2020-04-23 15:39
As millions across the country shelter in place during the COVID-19 pandemic, people are spending more time inside their homes. Because indoor environmental quality can signifi… Read More
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