Will Calif. Take Net Energy to Carbon Neutral?
While California’s building code ensures new homes are zero-net by 2020, it doesn’t zero out fossil fuel emissions. A poll shows residents would support such…
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Better Buildings Summit’s Residential Sector Lineup
The Better Buildings Summit has sector-specific sessions for residential buildings. Here’s a look. For 2018, the Better Buildings Summit, is teaming up with Energy Exchange for a one-of-a-kind event…
First Industrialized Wood-Based Construction Conference Launches
Industrialized Wood-Based Construction Conference Set for October 2018 in Boston. There is a $1.6 trillion opportunity for construction disruptors in the U.S., and the first-ever…
Mayors Can Lead on Climate Action With Better Energy Codes
Cities are the first line of defense to protect their citizens, businesses, and buildings from the harmful effects of climate change. Cities are the first line…
Framing Practices for Optimal Energy Efficiency
Small changes in framing can result in big savings in home energy efficiency. With the newer version of the International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) coming…
Building Codes on St. Barts Set a Storm-Ready Benchmark
An article about how to make Caribbean Islands more hurricane resistant notes that tiny St. Barts in the French West Indies has done more than…
5 Priority Air Sealing Locations for New Homes
Just released, this new ebook from the Insulation Institute identifies the five priority air sealing locations for new homes. Achieving an energy efficient, durable and…
Illinois Reviews 2018 IECC for Adoption
Comments on adoption of 2018 IECC open until March 31. In December, the Illinois Energy Code Advisory Council (IECAC) started to review the 2018 IECC…
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,…
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,…