Energy-Efficient Construction

Energy Efficient Construction

• Study: Americans Unclear on Energy Saving

  Americans are generally in the dark when it comes to the most efficient ways to save energy, U.S. researchers say.

   

• LEED Building Performance Data-Gathering Program Opens

  The U.S. Green Building Council's Building Performance Partnership program aims to establish new benchmarks for LEED-certified building performance.

   

• Building Science: Putting Tightness to the Test

  Guidelines for interpreting blower-door test results.

   

• Weatherization Incentives Offer New Opportunities for Building Pros

  Maine remodeler offers advice for diversifying into home energy retrofits.

   

• Case Study: Modern Townhomes Bring Sustainability to Urban Indianapolis

  Redevelopment Group's six row-style condos boast efficiency, healthy indoor air, and skyline views.

   

• Obama Unveils 'Cash for Caulkers' Energy-Efficiency Rebate Program

  Under the proposal, homeowners could be eligible for up to $3,000 in rebates for purchases of efficient product upgrades or whole-house audits/retrofits.

   

• Obama Unveils ‘Cash for Caulkers’ Rebates for Energy-Efficient Retrofits

  Homestar program would provide up to $3,000 for product upgrades, whole-house retrofits.

   

• 20 Builders Lauded for Energy-Efficient Projects

  Annual EnergyValue Housing Awards acknowledge high-performance homes.

   

• Home Sizes Continue to Shrink

  Survey data from the NAHB and Better Homes and Gardens indicates that builders and consumers are thinking smaller.

   

• Sprinkler Coalition Tries Environmental Angle to Promote Installation

  New study shows how sprinklers minimize pollution and water use when homes catch on fire.