Green home construction
More builders are offering sustainable choices in new home construction. Find out what's available and how it impacts the earth and the bottom line.
More builders are offering sustainable choices in new home construction. Find out what's available and how it impacts the earth and the bottom line.
Using the sun's stored energy to heat your home reduces your conventional energy consumption.
A geodesic design uses interconnected triangles to create a strong, environmentally friendly structure.
An energy-smart builder will help you make the right choices for your family and lifestyle.
A preservation expert shares how to restore an older home economically and energy efficiently.
An energy rater can help make your new home more energy-efficient through every stage of the construction process.
Habitat for Humanity is an organization that provides simple, sturdy homes. Learn how energy efficiency is a key factor in building these homes.
Structural insulated panels, also called SIPs, foam-core panels or stress-skin panels, are significantly more airtight than stud walls.