2022-08-05 14:20
In sunny Fort Collins, Colo., the Sonders community of over 200 homes will be powered by solar energy, kicking costly bills and carbon emissions to the curb for good.
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2022-08-04 13:56
Green Builder Media is pleased to announce a new podcast hosted by company Co-Founder and President Ron Jones.
When green building luminaries and founders of Green Builder Media, Ron… Read More
2022-08-03 19:26
In this free webinar, Matt Power will explore the current issues we are facing with regard to water, and new technologies available to abate expanding drought conditions.
Join Green B… Read More
2022-08-03 15:43
Do you have multiple remodeling projects to get done on your house? Prioritize them will by starting with the improvements that will make the biggest difference. Read More
2022-08-02 14:36
Get ready–the VISION House at Mariposa Meadows, a stunning compound located high in the mountains in Southern Colorado, is nearly complete.
Blissful summer has arrived at Maripo… Read More
2022-08-01 15:10
Our latest focus group finds young adults are intrigued by smart home electronics. Green Builder Media asked our Next Generation Influencer Group for suggestions that we could pass alo… Read More
2022-08-01 13:22
Reducing your environmental impact does not mean living a life of “lack.” It means making smart choices that work for both you and the planet.
Sustainable living: Wh… Read More
2022-07-29 17:36
The success of Masdar City offers hope for regions facing rising temperatures worldwide.
When one thinks of Masdar City, a suburb of Abu Dhabi in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), one h… Read More
2022-07-29 17:14
The IAPMO Group has launched a series of videos demonstrating the procedures for testing WaterSense toilets, showerheads and lavatory faucets.
Ever wondered how products pass (o… Read More
2022-07-28 15:30
The lack of “missing middle” homes is a real problem in the US., but the inventory crisis won’t be solved by building the lowest cost-per-square-foot products.
For o… Read More
2022-07-28 14:30
The electric Mitsubishi systems will tackle the challenge of keeping residents comfortable year-round while adhering to the zero-carbon requirements of a community that experiences ext… Read More
2022-07-27 12:49
The SEC has proposed two new climate disclosure rules that will help investors compare environmental strategies across the SEC registrants and invest in companies that align with their… Read More
2022-07-26 13:06
The short answer is yes. Older plumbing joints may not be ready to handle the sudden force released when water efficient new shower heads restrict the flow. Here’s how to avoid s… Read More
2022-07-25 12:36
Join us Wednesday, August 3 at 2 pm Eastern to learn more about the roadmap to decarbonization and its impact on housing.
The transition to the Decarbonization Economy—which is… Read More
2022-07-22 13:09
If you long for more space, why not convert your garage and fulfill your fantasy of unlimited storage, a hangout space, or a private gym?
Whether your budget is in the hundreds… Read More
2022-07-21 15:48
Green Builder Media has joined forces with housing sector pioneer Thrive Home Builders to launch The Sonders Project, a 220-home community located in Fort Collins, Colorado that will p… Read More
2022-07-20 14:57
An upcoming development in Fort Collins, Colorado, reimagines sustainable living— neighborhood by neighborhood.
The road to greener living is marked with guideposts on how indiv… Read More
2022-07-19 14:03
As climate impacts become existential, homes need to be redesigned.
Single-family and multifamily housing used to be designed and built to consider natural weather conditions: Tall, o… Read More
2022-07-18 13:47
The cost of cleaning mini split heating systems can dramatically reduce their overall energy savings. New technology could mitigate those hidden costs.
When you have a heat pump profe… Read More
2022-07-15 15:46
Sam Rashkin’s comprehensive education program, Housing 2.0, is live at EEBA September 19. Reserve your seat today!
Sam Rashkin’s game-changing Housing 2.0 program will be… Read More
2022-07-14 12:45
The Supreme Court’s landmark ruling that limited the EPA’s ability to restrict carbon dioxide from power plants was certainly a climate setback but larger market forces are… Read More
2022-07-13 13:49
Energy efficiency, comfort, and invisible technology go hand in hand at this groundbreaking 55-plus community at Sonders Fort Collins, Colo.
Gene Myers, the founder of Thrive Home Bui… Read More
2022-07-12 15:24
When it comes to making the best housing investment, bigger is not better.
This article is based on Sam Rashkin’s book, Housing 2.0: A Disruption Survival Guide. It is int… Read More
2022-07-12 14:22
Wisconsin approves Water Demand Calculator as alternate standard for sizing water supply piping.
The Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services has approved IAPMO’… Read More
2022-07-12 13:44
This webinar will explore the benefits, best practices, and new technologies emerging in the housing industry with regards to electrification.
Electrification is key to fighting the e… Read More
2022-07-11 17:33
The Decarbonization Panel, which convened at the 2022 Sustainability Symposium, dives into the implications and solutions for a decarbonized building industry, addressing building scie… Read More
2022-07-11 17:09
The right stuff, in the right place at the right time. Here are 8 eco friendly products and ideas to help you trim your water and energy usage, do your part to protect the planet, and… Read More
2022-07-08 18:48
The risk of wildfire, COVID and extreme heat has placed healthy indoor environments top of mind for homebuyers.
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2022-07-07 16:31
The “Call of the Wild” is more compelling than ever. Here’s what homeowners are doing with their outdoor spaces.
Homeowners are spending, on average, 14 hours per we… Read More
2022-07-07 16:28
History is a guide to how the fossil fuel era will end.
I recently read a letter to the editor of an electric co-op magazine from a reader who said: Read More
2022-07-07 14:33
With climate change, the world is approaching several tipping points. Experts say there’s still time to prevent existential collapse, but some damage is already permanent.
If 20… Read More
2022-07-07 13:28
A new study found manufactured chemicals in home products, even if they were marketed as "green."
A new study released by Silent Spring Institute and published in the Journal of Envir… Read More
2022-07-06 15:01
For most house hunters, the two driving factors in their choice of a home are price and location. But none of that matters if your home can’t stand up to the impact of climate ch… Read More
2022-07-06 14:37
The circular economy’s role in decarbonization.
According to David McGinty, the circular economy has an essential role to play in the transition to decarbonization. In a circula… Read More
2022-07-05 21:42
If you would like a kitchen that is more eco-friendly, check out these top tips.
By living a greener life, we help save the future. How should you get started creating an eco-friendly… Read More
2022-06-30 14:43
The top minds in the field of indoor environmental quality discuss the current advances and new technologies in the healthy home realm.
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Sara Gutterman, CEO of Green… Read More
2022-06-30 14:33
As construction continues on ReVISION House Scottsdale, the focus shifts to what’s going on behind the walls and above the ceilings.
Rebuilding a home in the middle… Read More
2022-06-30 12:00
Soaring inflation, prices at the pump, and interest rates have many of us hanging in the balance. Are we heading into another recession, or will the economy—specifically, t… Read More
2022-06-29 12:01
Uponor’s dedication to healthy homes, people, communities and the environment is the driving force for the company.
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2022-06-28 14:41
Fighting climate change with capitalism.
Roger Ballentine believes in a new version of capitalism that encourages climate solutions and environmental performance by aligning innovatio… Read More
2022-06-27 13:21
This case study offers an inside look at the value of Housing 2.0 Action Groups.
Housing 2.0 Action Groups are an incredible opportunity to get in-depth, personalized input on one of… Read More
2022-06-24 14:06
To address water security and scarcity, The Sonders Project is working with Phyn, a leader in water solutions, to reduce the community’s demand for the precious resource. … Read More
2022-06-23 12:10
Selling homes to investors who use housing as a cash register may seem like easy money. But a gathering storm is likely to leave everyone shipwrecked.
You may have seen the recent &ld… Read More
2022-06-22 16:29
COVID has inadvertently shown us the importance of IAQ. What can you do to improve occupant health and system efficiency?
The Coronavirus sent the world into a tailspin a little over… Read More
2022-06-22 13:18
IAPMO strongly supports the White House initiatives announced Wednesday to address global water security and advance building codes and standards.
The new action plans by the Wh… Read More
2022-06-21 18:08
The road to Puerto Rico’s hurricane recovery has led to Mi Casa Resistente, a catastrophe-ready tiny home with a big mission.
When Hurricane Maria hit Puerto Rico in September 2… Read More
2022-06-20 17:04
Before the misinformation gets too deep, here’s an attempt to clean up the mess they’re dumping online. Remember, trolls fear the daylight. Here are 10 myths about inductio… Read More
2022-06-16 18:28
In part one of a three-part series, Green Builder digs into how Millennials (and older Gen-Zs) have seized the top influencer position in the housing market over the past two years. Bo… Read More
2022-06-16 12:13
Packed with hundreds of tips, terms, and energy-saving ideas, the Homeowner’s Handbook of Green Building & Remodeling helps homeowners reduce monthly bills while helping miti… Read More
2022-06-15 14:41
In the search for relaxation and quiet, many American households suffer from “Silent Home Syndrome”–a lack of the shared experience of music that is so important to e… Read More
2022-06-14 17:36
The company has developed a business strategy that drives the total carbon of buildings to zero, advances materials circularity, and promotes the innovation of greener, safer chemicals… Read More
2022-06-13 15:36
At The Sonders Project, Thrive Home Builders is leaning on Owens Corning insulation to help meet the community’s energy efficiency, healthy home, and net-zero requirements.
Spon… Read More
2022-06-13 14:18
Energy efficiency is an essential factor to consider when designing and constructing a new building. If you have decided to build a new home or office, it is critical to know that you… Read More
2022-06-10 17:01
While new homeowners dream of renovating their home into a model of sustainability, they sometimes bump into the reality that fixing their leaky roof takes priority over installing sol… Read More
2022-06-09 21:06
The Bunker Residence’s sustainable assets are found above and below ground.
When it comes to the Bunker Residence—Green Builder’s 2022 Green Home of the Year in the… Read More
2022-06-09 20:15
As climate change pummels communities across the globe, a revolutionary database offers companies, cities, and nations a means to measure risk and assess the return on retrofit and mit… Read More
2022-06-08 12:38
Energy management technologies allow for the practical application of decarbonization strategies.
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2022-06-07 15:55
As the 2022 Next Generation Water Summit winds down, we are left with a lingering sense of anxiety, punctuated by new ideas, policies and innovations that might curtail the worst impac… Read More
2022-06-06 20:18
Solar energy is one of the top renewable alternative energy sources, considered both ecological and economically achievable. Here’s the lowdown on all the benefits.
Solar power… Read More
2022-06-06 14:52
Homeowners are transforming their garages into flex spaces. Check out how small business owner Ashley Marie LeBaron was able to pursue her dream of starting an all-natural soap a… Read More
2022-06-03 13:58
Advice is plentiful about how to cut utility costs, but don't take them at face value.
Articles about how to save energy and water to cut your monthly costs and reduce your carbon foo… Read More
2022-06-02 16:11
When we love something, we protect it—that’s why Green Builder Media wants to make it easy for you to spend time outdoors. When we connect with nature, it’s impossibl… Read More
2022-06-02 12:42
To make the right decision when planning your new home and its energy efficiency needs, here are some must-haves when building an energy efficient home.
Do you ever wonder why people… Read More
2022-06-01 13:13
IAPMO encourages all members and industry representatives to review the proposed code changes for the 2024 National Standard Plumbing Code (NSPC).
The NSPC Committee accepted pr… Read More
2022-05-31 18:44
There are many different materials used in constructing a green house. Here are 18 you should consider.
When it comes to sustainable building, choices are abundant—from insulati… Read More
2022-05-31 17:15
On June 8, Alan Laing will speak on a novel HVAC system to meet energy codes and efficiently meet homeowner needs.
Join us Wednesday, June 8, at 2 pm Eastern for a free Housing… Read More
2022-05-30 16:30
Companies and investors are placing increasing importance on ESG factors to identify potential risk and opportunities for growth. Learn the basics about how to navigate this up-and-com… Read More
2022-05-27 18:27
From its community-wide elements to the design of its homes, Sonders Fort Collins shows that you don’t have to choose between comfort and conservation.
Sonders Fort Collins, an… Read More
2022-05-27 14:25
SYMBI’s Duplex One brings a sustainable two-step to the Washington, D.C. housing market.
What good is a sustainable home if there’s no way for people to enjoy it? That&rsq… Read More
2022-05-26 14:19
Some people remain confused about what green building is and how it is helpful to both humans and the planet. We break it down for you in this article.
What exactly is green building?… Read More
2022-05-26 13:50
Green Builder Media is bringing together leading experts to form a working group that will define benchmarks for Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) strategies, accountability… Read More
2022-05-25 17:01
New sustainability-focused development uses EPDs, other tools to choose products that reflect its mission.
Environmental Products Declarations, or EPDs, have been growing in popularit… Read More
2022-05-25 12:44
Whether you’re away for work or pleasure, smart monitors linked to your phone can provide more control over systems and safety.
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2022-05-24 15:17
Talk is cheap, but so is tiny living, so maybe that’s what’s shoe-horning cash-strapped households into shed-sized housing.
Kat Brewer and Tyler Cole, married travel nurse… Read More
2022-05-23 16:08
More than just a stellar design feat, this modern masterpiece proves that net-zero performance and comfort can coexist.
In the rolling hills surrounding Austin, Texas, perched on the… Read More
2022-05-23 13:10
In this video, Soffer talks about his journey through the ESG field and how others can get involved.
Eddy Soffer, ESG manager at Interactive Brokers, entered the Environmental, Social… Read More
2022-05-20 13:38
Missed the Sustainability Symposium? You can watch recorded sessions, including Waddock’s “Reset: Changing Mindsets and Paradigms in a World of Wicked Problems.”
San… Read More
2022-05-19 18:14
Spring is here, and as nature bursts to life, Green Builder Media abounds with innovative initiatives.
Taking our lead from the awesome explosion of nature in the springtime, Green Bu… Read More
2022-05-19 13:56
Research shows that in many cases, solar panels have shown less damage from high wind and hail than lower quality metal roofing.
Solar panels are installed on exposed roofs. So when p… Read More
2022-05-18 16:20
Watch this video to learn more about Beko’s next-generation of appliances that will change how people use their kitchens.
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While Beko Home Appliances is new to… Read More
2022-05-17 15:05
The “Wattage Cottage” offers a glimpse at what one day might be the sustainable features of every home, whether on or off the power grid.
When someone stays at the “… Read More
2022-05-16 14:54
Watch: Environment, Social, and Governance (ESG) strategies are finding their way into businesses across the entire economy, including Louisiana-Pacific Corporation. Listen to what the… Read More
2022-05-13 12:51
Space heating and water heating consumes the same amount of energy as transportation in the USA. The baseline is low in terms of energy efficiency for water heaters and forced air, lea… Read More
2022-05-12 15:49
For more information about what’s on the mind of the most influential audience segment of home buyers, join nationally renowned green builder CR Herro and me for a free webinar o… Read More
2022-05-11 15:52
Greenhouse gases have the world holding its breath. But some companies are working to clear the air—and more.
The clock is ticking. Each day seems to bring new warnings ab… Read More
2022-05-11 13:48
IAPMO strongly supports The Healthy Drinking Water Affordability Act, or The Healthy H2O Act, which would provide grants for water testing and treatment technology directly to individu… Read More
2022-05-10 15:09
Paul Hawken on Regeneration as a means to end the climate crisis in one generation.
At the Sustainability Symposium 2022: Roadmap to Decarbonization, internationally renowned author a… Read More
2022-05-09 14:53
Virtual or live–Housing 2.0 has the education you need to build a better building program.
2021 was an exciting year for the Housing 2.0 program. This includes publishing… Read More
2022-05-09 13:06
Bifacial solar panels generate more power than traditional solar panels and come with a longer warranty. Sounds perfect, right? But there are some caveats to consider before you upgrad… Read More
2022-05-05 17:31
Check out this video interview with Deadwood Revival’s Danny Torres. The company creates stunning pieces of furniture in a sustainable way using reclaimed timber.
Deadwood Reviv… Read More
2022-05-04 13:49
A recent webinar hosted by Interactive Brokers explored the benefits that women are bringing to the financial world.
The idea of impact investing has taken the world of finance by sto… Read More
2022-05-04 13:10
Whether you’re a building professional or homeowner, this must-attend webinar will delve into the growing demand for net-zero, electric, healthy, resilient, connected, and sustai… Read More
2022-05-03 13:43
The Next Generation Water Summit brings together professionals in the water conservation field to share best practices and learn about innovative conservation and reuse techniques.
Th… Read More
2022-05-02 16:05
Those searching for the more affordable white picket fence may be better off renovating their uptown condo and staying put.
Since 2019, home prices have jumped more than 25% per squar… Read More
2022-04-29 17:38
New winners, new losers, as manufacturers jostled to control the sustainable high ground.
In this year of anxiety and change, the public’s mental space shifted in unpredictable… Read More
2022-04-28 13:28
As we pass the sober benchmarks of the climate crisis, decarbonization has become a rallying cry for urban planners.
Green Builder’s 2022 Sustainable Cities winners are takin… Read More
2022-04-27 13:38
Demand-Side Energy Management (DSEM) is vital for reaching a net-zero built environment. Fortunately, advanced DSEM systems are readily available and cost effective, and savvy… Read More
2022-04-26 14:00
Eric Werling will speak on the science of IAQ and how ventilation ties into the healthy home equation.
As a society, and arguably the entire human race, we are slowly coming to ter… Read More
2022-04-26 13:46
The building industry has lost an icon–a man who embodied the joy of building—and of living.
On April 18, 2022, we lost a true icon of green building with the passing o… Read More
2022-04-25 12:23
Sam Rashkin’s game-changing Housing 2.0 course will be offered live in a one-day session at PCBC in San Francisco.
Ready to get out of your home office and learn in per… Read More
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