How to Pick the Right Housewrap
Here’s how to select the best high-performance building wrap. The best housewrap manages water and...
Green Builder Media
Expert news and articles about building science, green products, renewable energy and more.
Home Energy Efficiency Data Sways Buyers
A new report from the American Council on an Energy-Efficient Economy (ACEEE) proves home energy...
Roads Made with Recycled Plastic Bottles a Game Changer
Adding plastic from 150,000 bottles per lane, per mile, to old pavement, this company claims their...
Insulation R-Values Chart and Buyer Guide
Choosing the best insulation isn’t as simple as comparing R-value, however. Spot and seal any leaks...
Existing Home Makeover: Two-Zoned Attics
The first in a series of building science articles on how to improve the performance of the 90...
Five Reasons Radiant Heating Is the Right Choice for Healthy Homes
Providing superior indoor environmental quality (IEQ) is top of mind for consumers, who understand...
COGNITION Hot Take: Modular, Prefab, and 3D Printing
Innovations in modular and prefab homes and 3D printing are projected to disrupt the housing...
Healthy Home Trends: A Builder’s Perspective
If buyers will pay 1% more for healthy home solutions, what should you offer? Here’s what Thrive...
Webinar: Full Life Cycle Impact Approach for the Building Sector
Watch this engaging webinar with DOE expert Heather Goetsch and learn specific ways to reduce the...
Before You Mitigate Radon, Consider Spray Foam Insulation
Research shows that closed-cell spray foam insulation creates a highly effective barrier against...
How to Use the Performance Path to Meet Energy Code Compliance
This new resource provides an overview of performance path options for meeting IECC requirements....
New Guidance for Atmospheric Water Generators
ASSE standard for atmospheric water generators designated an American National Standard....
Pros and Cons of Solar-Powered Air Conditioners
Higher efficiency makes heat pumps powered by solar PV viable, but hybrid systems make more sense...
