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Green Builder Media, North America’s leading media company focused on sustainable living, recently announced Exciting New Project Developments At the VISION House® in INNOVENTIONS at Epcot®
Marcus Eriksen will be leading another fascinating voyage, this one to research plastic ocean debris in waters off Japan littered by the country's devastating tsunami.
Normal0falsefalsefalseEN-USX-NONEX-NONEThe Appraisal Institute this week announced its support for a new tool that will assist appraisers and others seeking to establish the value of a property’s solar-powered features.
Infiniti Real Estate and Development (Infiniti RED) is a women-owned, cooperatively managed real estate, consulting and development firm based in Seattle. They believe in integrity first, excellent customer service, innovation and adaptability, and work to integrate the principles of sustainability into all that they do.
Pella SmartSync to integrate with Lowe's Iris smart home system.
U.S. Green Building Council releases list of top U.S. states for LEED-certified projects in 2011.
Special report on energy behavior programs.
Maine executive order puts forest certification on equal footing.
The United States needs to take a page out of Amsterdam's book if it wants to break the oil addiction.
The EPA approves three new refrigerants that could help reduce global warming.
A new book from Harvard says greater efficiencies possibly in home building.
We asked our audience for their opinion on green washing, the importance of brand when selecting green products and if manufacturers need to be more innovative.
On-Bill financing extends opportunities for energy efficiency investments to historically underserved markets such as multifamily housing and small business.
Green Builder Media, North America’s leading media company focused on sustainable living, recently announced its plans to construct the VISION House, a green home exhibit in INNOVENTIONS located in the heart of Epcot®.
As 2012 quickly approaches we surveyed our audience on their projections for the new year.
EPA honors 19 organizations for leadership in clean energy.
Boral Stone launches Versetta Stone Universal Corner, which boasts 50% recycled content.
Ward Receives Fowler Award; Boswell is Code Official of the Year; Kraus Earns Fire Service Award; Falcone Receives Community Service Award; Nickson Earns Affiliate Award
This new pop-up shop allows companies to take their green message on the road.
Solar generation program would produce enough electricity to power 6,000 homes.
Protecting birds may get you LEED credits.
The solar jobs report shows 6.8% growth over 2010.
A Michigan builder attributes green for his sales success in a down market.
Mohawk ranks in Newsweek's Top 500 Green Companies for third consecutive year.
Tell your clients about about this little-known part of protecting their sustainable investment.
Carrier helps grow the green building movement with a comprehensive global education initiative.
The Environmental Media Association honors green shows.
Scientists at University of California, Riverside to perform first-of-its-kind study to evaluate emission reduction benefits of hybrid bulldozer and excavator.
New USDA study says wood is the greenest green building material.
Maryland wins overall; Appalachian State garners People's Choice
This Forbes commentary asks whether green commercial buildings are a bonafide buzz or balderdash.
Research released at Greenbuild shows green job growth.
A new report puts renewables at 12.25% of domestic energy production, surpassing nuclear by 18%, closing in on oil.
Google gears up to promote solar power in homes.
GAF helps builders find green roof solutions.
Green building, sustainability consultant and author, Jerry Yudelson will lead a leading edge workshop on EcoDistricts and Campus Planning at GreenBuild International in Toronto
In a down market, does having a green home make "cents"?
Solar scandal notwithstanding, DOE plows ahead with solar initiatives.
Traditional grass lawns come at a high social, economic, and environmental cost. But change is coming.
A new report offers the first national review of building energy rating and disclosure policies in the United States.
Green Builder® College Announces Winners of Scholarships
Follow Dr. Marcus Eriksen of Algalita Marine Research Foundation throughout their 3 week expedition through the North Pacific Gyre.
GAF sponsors “Find a Recycler” Section of ShingleRecycling.org to pave the way for more reuse of asphalt shingles.
Landmark legislation points the way to a more energy-efficient future for The Tar Heel State.
Salt Lake City developer requires HERS rating on all homes in community.
New Town Builders breaks ground on a net-zero project that uses a "double wall" system to attain efficiency.
Green Builder Media recently conducted a survey of our readers to measure their mobile device and social media usage. Here are the devices they are using to communicate and manage their business:
Green Builder is a finalist in 7 categories in the AZBEE Awards (American Society of Business Publication Editors)
The controversy is heating up in Washington over how to treat fly ash, a popular cement additive.
Have you heard about the huge, floating island of plastic debris in the Pacific ocean?
Green Builder College partners with SIPA to offer online learning.
What does universal design have to do with building green? Everything.
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Meritage announces the nation’s first net-zero energy production homes.
More house shopping ... less driving.
Whether you're thinking about starting a green multi-family project or a pro, you'll pick up a few good tips from this exceptional infill project in Portland, Maine.
Green Builder Media supports the American Red Cross and their efforts to help Japan. Our thoughts go out to all those affected by the earthquake and tsunami. Please help and donate today!
In addition to energy-efficient building, Habitat adds fire sprinklers for occupant safety
Corporations should tout their sustainability efforts with actions, not words.
A new study by the EPA finds that a home's proximity to mass transit is at least as important as how the home is built and how the family car is used.
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Energy efficiency expertise comes in handy when new opportunities emerge.
Proof that new homes can be energy efficient and affordable,
The WaterSense designation represents a marketing opportunity for builders.
A new report explores the potential of graywater reuse.
Coalition of groups urges strong action to curb smog.
New organization created to support sustainable development
A new report offers an eco-efficiency analysis comparing Astroturf and natural grass.
Energy-consuming public is the beneficiary as governmental officials substantially improve international energy conservation code.
The EPA adds more members to its WaterSense program.
A $37 Million program has made San Jose the first city in the nation to offer a solid network of electric vehicle charging stations.
Mayors across the United States put their weight behind stricter green standards.
Fannie and Freddie seem overly cautious about the PACE green lending program.
New research from Switzerland finds wide differences in efficiency.
Green Builder Media adds enhanced functionality to Green Builder College.
Your road map to a new level of excellence in home building.
A new report sheds light on how much our national coal/oil agenda costs.
A boutique condo earns first low-rise LEED-Platinum.
Affordable green housing gets a $4 billion boost.
Use Solar Day as a way to highlight your company's green philosophy.
On April 29, GreenExpo365 presents "The Ins/Outs of Certified Wood" with SFI's Kathy Abusow.
Dominic Sims sat down with GreenExpo365.com members in an open discussion on the International Green Construction Code (IGCC)
As Congress debates the passage of President Obama’s Homestar program, here’s a quick look at what it is and how it will impact your business.
A just released study from Duke University finds that contrary to conventional "wisdom," North Carolina could supply all of its energy needs through a combination of renewable sources that don't include nuclear power.
As home foreclosures reach stunning levels, only green homes seem to offer an island in the economic storm.
While loss of wetlands in the West, Midwest and Northwest has diminished, the Southeast is still a trouble spot, and one that's gettting a hard look from regulators.
The federal budget for 2010 includes more than $10 billion for the EPA, a $3 billion increase over 2009, with empasis on water and cleaning up old industrial sites.
The Green Builder Media team will bring innovation and optimism to the International Builders Show in Las Vegas. Stop by and meet our editors.
A new, coated bulb is being marketed as a way to capture airborne mercury, improving the safety of CFLs.