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Which energy-efficient water heater is right for your home? (Infographic)
Sort through your water heater needs with this infographic.1 comment -
Metal roofing and cladding going up on Proud Green Home at Serenbe
Metal siding and roofing blend with other exterior materials for a unique design and high performance.- Gary Wollenhaupt -
First US Active House opens its doors for visitors
Designed to blend into a historic neighborhood, the Active House will generate as much electricity as it uses.3 comments -
NFRC rates window and door energy efficiency
For high performance windows and doors, look for the ENERGY STAR qualification, backed by the NFRC's rating standards. -
A new green home in Naples uses ICF walls for durability and energy efficiency
This Florida house will have ICF walls underneath the traditional Mediterranean style exterior for energy efficiency and durability.1 comment -
First Active House in the US nears completion
The first Active House in the US combines classic style with state-of-the-art building science.1 comment -
Max out your living space with a precast concrete foundation
Precast concrete walls provide insulation and durability for foundations, basements and walls for any style of home. -
Huber's ZIP System insulates the Proud Green Home at Serenbe
ZIP System insulated sheathing boosts energy efficiency and cuts building time.- Gary Wollenhaupt -
Solar thermal project heats senior citizen housing in Berkeley
Thanks to solar water heating, elderly residents of a public housing project in Berkeley, Calif., will be more comfortable in their homes while spending less money. Satellite Affordable Housing …- Gary Wollenhaupt -
BASF spray foam will insulate the Proud Green Home at Serenbe
BASF spray foam insulation helps the Proud Green Home at Serenbe meet tough green home certifications.- Gary Wollenhaupt -
Affordable solar packages make it easy to add renewable energy to your green home
More sunlight penetrates the earth's surface in one hour than the world consumes in an entire year. Now PetersenDean is making it easier to power homes with the sun by launching four simple and cost … -
Does your water smell like rotten eggs? Find help here (Infographic)
Rotten egg odor is one of the most common and unpleasant effects of hydrogen sulfide, or H2S, in your water. The presence of hydrogen sulfide doesn't just smell bad; it may also tarnish your silver … -
Give your kitchen an energy-efficient lighting makeover
Lighting upgrades will make your kitchen look new again and save on utility costs. -
Boral Bricks will wrap the Proud Green Home at Serenbe
Boral Bricks will be used in exterior and interior applications in the Proud Green Home at Serenbe. -
Fox Blocks named Best in Class for ICF public building project
The 12,640 square foot Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Division Headquarters was named Best in Class as the most innovative energy efficient project in the light commercial category at the 2013 ICF … -
First Proud Green Home under construction in Serenbe Community (photo gallery)
ProudGreenHome.com launches its first home at Serenbe. -
Eco-friendly cabinet line first to use Declare label
Neil Kelly Cabinets launches line designed with indoor air quality in mind. -
Pre-cast concrete walls stand up to Hurricane Sandy
Homes built with pre-cast concrete walls fared well in Hurricane Sandy. -
Is your green home making you sick?
Air-tight energy efficient homes could be leading to lower indoor air quality. -
Solar powered homes save more than $10 million
In January 2012, SolarCity a leading provider of clean energy, and Shea Homes, one of the country's largest privately held home builders introduced SheaXero, the no electric bill home. In its first …
