Creating a Building Envelope That Beats Code
In order to build a high performance home, builders need to embrace new technologies and techniques. The results can be greatly improved over traditional approaches. This white paper takes a look at some of the top things homebuilders should consider in choosing a wall system for the best building envelope.Type: White Paper
Sponsor: Fox Blocks
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
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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.
Push to combat high energy bills helping boost residential insulation market
Research expects market value to surpass $36 billion by 2024
Wis. builders works to boost visibility of zero-energy homes
Good design, ensuring buyers understand financial and lifestyle benefits are key
ICFs helping protect these 8 waterfront homes
Blocks used to help structures endure Mother Nature's fury while still promoting appealing aesthetics
Insulated tiles transform roofs into energy savers
New 3 IN 1 tile combines protection, insulation, solar into a single product to boost energy efficiency
5 reasons to build homes with ICFs
Solid foundation improves home's function
Listen up: Device designed to hush exterior noise
University's prototype expands on noise-canceling technology for residential, commercial use
Testing confirms ERV boosts home's IAQ
Zehnder solution reduces slew of airborne contaminants
See how new luxury town homes beat Utah's tough energy code
This is one of the first projects completed under Utah’s latest energy conservation codes that require a layer of exterior insulation.
Building green? Don't compromise your home's style
The design of this home exceeds California Title 24 energy efficiency standards by 52.5 percent.
6 ways to build a better thermal envelope for your home
High-performance homes are using high-tech solutions wall systems that are like a mountain climber's parka that keeps the energy inside even in the harshest conditions.
A look at the spray foam insulation and wall systems in the net zero energy Jacobson house
The home and insulation installer were recognized with a 2018 Industry Excellence Award, winning first prize in the Residential Wall category.
How did this concrete panel home cut energy bills by 30%?
The precast concrete structure was installed in just two working days, allowing the house to be under roof in less than two weeks.
NYC's first Passive House apartment building open for rent
Because they are built to such a high level of airtightness, the apartments use heat from daily activities such as laundry to help warm the home.
Go behind the scenes of the first Passive House in Texas
Electricity use averaged $1 per day, even with the air conditioning set at 71 degrees.See More »