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
The Future of Water Conservation
Conserving water means using what is necessary and no more .Waiting for tap water to become hot is not only a waste of water but an inconvenience as well. However, there are products available that provide homeowners with hot water on demand. This white paper looks at some of the ways homeowners can conserve water and save money.Type: White Paper
Sponsor: ACT D'MAND Systems
Tempe’s Eisendrath Center for Water Conservation Incorporates Patented Re-Circulatory Water Pump System
The Rose Eisendrath House has been restored as Tempe, Arizona’s Eisendrath Center for Water Conservation thanks to several major donors funding the 10-year $4.3 million project. The renovation’s highlights included a patented re-circulatory water pump system that is designed for buildings to save an average of 10,000 gallons of water a year.Type: Case Study
Sponsor: ACT D'MAND Systems
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New ‘Conscious Capitalism’ documentary to inspire business on sustainability
A special first-look event was held recently in Atlanta for “Beyond Zero”, a documentary in development on the life of Ray Anderson. The founder and chairman of global modular carpeting manufacturer INTERFACE is widely heralded as one of the pioneers and primary influencers in the pursuit of conscious capitalism as it relates to sustainability.
‘How-To’ video creator Tom Mills makes world greener :26 at a time
Greenshortz publisher believes short, simple is the way to lead people deeper into sustainability, and his YouTube channel practices what he (very quickly) preaches.
The Midwest: A heartland with a heart for sustainability
Founder and chairman Bob Fincher used part of his summer vacation to tour Midwest companies that are championing the integration of green technologies and tactics into our homes and other buildings. Here's what he found.
In 2017, Georgetown transitioned into a 100% clean energy city. I wanted to find out why & how
Renewable energy source contracts included fixed prices for the city's long-term future.
The world of interior trim
As we get closer to the finish line of building my new home, I wanted to take the opportunity to revisit one of my favorite sources of knowledge.
Consumer interest in sustainability driving Realtors' focus
Study: Environmentally friendly features important in choosing where, what home to buy
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 valuableFinishing up the interior
Now that the walls of my new home are all painted up, I’ve been working on four key areas of the home’s interior: the flooring system, the kitchens, the bathroom, and the master bedroom.
Listen up: Device designed to hush exterior noise
University's prototype expands on noise-canceling technology for residential, commercial use
What you need to know about handling waste from home renovation projects
One of the last things on someone's mind when remodeling a home is what they should do with the old material.Interior paint done the right way
Putting a good finish on the interior walls of a home is more than just slapping paint on a wall and calling it a day. Every home is different, and so is every paint job.
Make your backyard the life of the party with a landscaping project
Transforming the yard into more living space makes it a prime destination for the next garden party or backyard barbecue.
Find your good life in the agrihood
Boston-based developer Freehold Communities has plans for eight communities nationwide, several of which are built around the concept of the "agrihood."See More »