High Performance Homes, No More Cost
Energy-efficient and healthy don’t have to mean expensive. Our editors have compiled these top real-world strategies to live the way you want to at a price you can afford.Type: Guide
Sponsor: EEBA
TEETH Project Provides Real-World, Real-Time Data on Insulation, Air Sealing Efficiency
Dow Building Solutions and Cobblestone Homes wanted a way to show homebuilders and homeowners alike how using proper insulation and air sealing techniques can significantly impact a structure’s durability, provide for a consistent high level of comfort and shrink monthly energy expenses.Type: Case Study
Sponsor: Dow Building Solutions
Structured Plumbing Used in Proud Green Home's Energy Efficient Home Project
A highly energy efficient home recently built in St. Louis under the direction and partnership of ProudGreenHome.com, Hibbs Homes, Verdatek Solutions, Curtiss W. Bryne Architect and the High Performance Buildings Research Center includes the latest home efficiencies for energy savings and a healthy living environment.Type: White Paper
Sponsor: ACT D'MAND Systems
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Consumer interest in sustainability driving Realtors' focus
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Solar sanction
California approves measure mandating solar be part of most new homes
5 reasons to build homes with ICFs
Solid foundation improves home's function
Survey: Sustainability important to home buyers, agents alike
71% of agents, brokers find promoting energy efficiency in listings somewhat or very valuable
Great Green Home | Preston Haven by Thornhill Custom Homes
Thornhill Custom Homes built this 6,471-square-foot custom home in Dallas, Texas, to the high performance criteria of the U.S. Department of Energy Zero Energy Ready Home (ZERH) program.
Great Green Home | The Danielle by High Performance Homes
High Performance Homes built this 3,748-square-foot custom home in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, to the high performance criteria of the U.S. Department of Energy Zero Energy Ready Home (ZERH) program.
Great Green Home | The Elizabeth Plan by Garbett Construction
Garbett Construction built this 5,211-square-foot production home in Salt Lake, Utah to the high performance criteria of the U.S. Department of Energy Zero Energy Ready Home (ZERH) program.
Great Green Home | The Aspen by Charis Homes
Charis Homes built this 4,734-square-foot custom home in North Canton, Ohio, to the high performance criteria of the U.S. Department of Energy Zero Energy Ready Home (ZERH) program.
Great Green Home | Clinton Colonial by BPC Green Builders
BPC Green Builders built this 4,711-square-foot custom home in Clinton, Connecticut, to the high performance criteria of the U.S. Department of Energy Zero Energy Ready Home (ZERH) program.
Sensei teaches the art of easy serviceability
All unit components designed to be removed in less than 10 minutes
Great Green Home | Presidio in the Pines by Capstone Homes
Capstone Homes built this 2,196-square-foot affordable home in Greenville, South Carolina, to the high performance criteria of the U.S. Department of Energy Zero Energy Ready Home (ZERH) program.
Great Green Home | Hickory Ridge by Greenhill Contracting Inc.
Nearly 10 years ago, homeowners of one of the first zero energy homes in the country posed the question, “Why isn’t every home built this way?” While many are still pondering that question, builder Anthony Aebi of Greenhill Contracting in Esopus, New York, is doing his part to make sure more homes are built that way.
Great Green Home | Port Hadlock by Clifton View Homes
Builder Ted Clifton, who constructs custom zero energy homes on Whidbey Island in western Washington state, has two homes recognized with U.S. Department of Energy Housing Innovation Awards.
Georgia Power, PulteGroup partner for first Smart Neighborhood in Atlanta
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