Call for Entries: Green Home of the Year Awards
10th Annual Green Home of the Year Awards Call for Entries Green Builder magazine is looking for the best green homes that include sustainable features,…
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Trend Watch: “Thermal Comfort” Demand Grows
As the demand for thermal comfort grows, so does the urgent need for energy-efficient materials and solutions. A new study shows significant variations in climate,…
ACEEE State Energy Efficiency Scorecard
ACEEE State Energy Scorecard Released: Idaho, Florida, Virginia the three most improved states; Massachusetts is still number one. As more states struggle with extreme weather…
Net-Zero Energy at No Additional Up-Front Cost a Game Changer
Using R-PACE financing for new construction could bring make net zero energy homes cost equivalent to standard homes. The Rocky Mountain Institute shows how this…
Multi-Family Fire Door Safety – The Role of Fire Doors
Fire door assemblies play a vital role in the protection of life safety, yet many people remain unaware of their existence. We pass through these…
Water Emergency Remains in Four California Counties
California Governor Brown declared the drought state of emergency over in all but 4 counties (Fresno, Kings, Tulare and Tuolumne) as of April 7 ,…
Decoded: Fair Housing Act
Everything you need to know about the door-related aspects of the Fair Housing Act. A common misconception is that the Fair Housing Act applies only…
Washington Rewards Owners Who Green Their Buildings
Two Washington State bills would reward owners for energy efficiency. According to Michael Frank in the Daily Journal of Commerce, existing buildings hold untapped potential…
Report Reveals Venues Embrace LEED Green Building
LEED in Motion: Venues report from U.S. Green Building Council highlights the impact LEED and green practices are having on venues’ triple bottom line The…
First LEED Certification for Transit Worldwide Launched
The new LEED certification pilot is poised to boost the sustainability and efficiency of transit globally. This month, the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) and Green Business Certification…