Green Builder Sustainable Brand Index 2026
When our readers think about sustainable building, here’s who they think does it best. Familiarity...
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Agenda Finalized for 2026 Next Generation Water Summit
The agenda for the 2026 Next Generation Water Summit (NGWS) will consist of 26 live sessions,...
3 Cities Win Coveted Sustainability Award
These cities were dubbed best sustainable cities of 2026 by Green Builder magazine editors. Here's...
Affordability, Climate Risk, and Policy Shifts Reshape the Housing Industry
Housing is being squeezed from every direction. Here’s the latest housing news. This week’s...
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The End of the Starter Home Mindset
First-time buyers are evolving faster than the entry-level housing models designed for them.
A New VISION with VALUE
Our latest demonstration project, VISION House SHAWOOD with Sekisui House, turns the old “price per...
Net Zero and Resilient Home Standouts
Here are four more homes from the 2026 Green Home of the Year worthy of a callout for sustainable...
ADUs: Sustainable Density
The role of multi-unit ADUs in urban housing. As we head into 2026, accessory dwelling units (ADUs)...
Introvert Cities? Get Real.
Despite the suggestive language in this new analysis, introversion isn’t about avoiding people—it’s...
Eco Leaders 2026: From First Cost to Full Value
The reckoning is here. Are you leading the transformation? Submissions are now open for Green...
Where Housing Is Headed Next
This week’s stories highlight the trends redefining value, risk, and performance in the housing...
Why Outdoor Living Is the Must-Have Feature in 2026
Outdoor living is shaping the home experience of 2026 more than any feature inside the walls. If...
The Origin Story Behind One of Housing’s Most Influential Programs
A look back at ENERGY STAR for Homes and why its origin story matters more than ever today. There...
