Energy-Efficient Construction

Energy Efficient Construction

• Helping Homeowners Boost Energy Efficiency Drives Growth of Maryland Startup

  Nexus EnergyHomes marries construction design with in-home monitoring.

   

• Straw House, Rock-Solid Efficiency

  Straw bale walls provide good insulation. But that’s just one reason why this Santa Cruz house is so energy-smart.

   

• Net Zero Certification Program Launched

  The International Living Future Institute's certification program is focused on energy conservation and controlling carbon emissions.

   

• Free Energy: Passive Building Strategies Every Builder Can Use

  Even for those not ready to make the jump to a fully passive home, there are steps every builder can take to dramatically boost a home's performance.

   

• SAVE Act Would Make Efficient Homes More Affordable

  The bipartisan-sponsored bill would require federal mortgage lenders to factor in energy efficiency.

   

• Beating the Cost of LEED

  Affordable LEED Gold housing comes to Dallas, with no corrugated steel or recycled tires involved.

   

• After Net Zero: The Negative Energy Home

  The Power Haus produces all the energy it needs—and more.

   

• Product Review: Radiant Barriers

  How to determine if radiant barriers can help you reach your energy performance goals.

   

• Optimizing Foam Insulation

  Developing the proper spray foam insulation strategy can improve the performance of your homes.

   

• Green Alternative to Concrete Block Gets a Nudge

  EcoBuilt Efficient Buildings and Drexel University are testing whether a product called MaqCrete, made from post-industrial waste materials, can be mass-produced.