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Pete and Megan talking with homeowners

Hear from real homeowners and builders who made energy efficiency a priority.

house blueprints

Learn about some of the changes for new homes built today. An expert highlights some of the things to consider when building a new home.

Pete and couple standing in remodeled kitchen

This kitchen remodel features a new window, energy-efficient lighting, new appliances and side-wall insulation.

Trombe wall on the interior of a home

Using the sun's stored energy to heat your home reduces your conventional energy consumption.

Building materials, blueprints and paint chips

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.

Mom and daughters playing in leaves

When building your new home, don't forget about the importance of energy-conserving products like furnaces, air conditioners and appliances.

Man installing steel framing

You have energy efficient and sustainable options when it comes to framing your new home.

Graphic of heating and cooling circulating through a house

Our four-part series explores how to handle comfort issues in a new home.

Modular home assembly in a factory

Modular homes are built in a factory under controlled conditions, then shipped to the homesite and placed on a permanent foundation.

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