Green Projects Bill Gates Buys Land, Plans Smart City in Arizona Bill Gates has bought a majority interest in 25,000 acres of land in Belmont, Arizona near Phoenix to develop a smart city. According to...
Sales Exclusive Research: High-Performance Home Challenges The building community is walking the green line between getting paid a respectable premium and giving value away
Green Projects Severe Weather Events Prompt Infrastructure Innovation As historic weather events continue to affect the housing market, a new infrastructure strategy is emerging for homeowners, to "own your...
Awards DOE Announces 2017 Housing Innovation Awards Winners Two dozen builders recognized for high-performance home design
Smart Growth Announcing the Race to Zero Grand Winner The top prizewinner of this student competition offers a site-efficient and energy-wise home on a dense infill site in a challenging climate
Planning + Development Agrihoods Draw Homebuyers Back to the Land Agrihoods—communities centered around working farms—are attracting homebuyers with a keen interest in fresh, local food
The Design Side NextHaus Alliance Promotes Resilient Design NextHaus Alliance is a team approach to designing and building custom homes that are not only sustainable, but resilient
Codes + Standards New Resource Lists Green Incentives By State The Public Policy Library, a new interactive platform, provides green building-related and LEED-specific policies
Plumbing Fixtures + Fittings Luxury Developers In Los Angeles Cater To Buyers Who Want Green Features A new 19-home luxury development in Santa Monica, Calif., will offer some inventive green features. AIRE, which will have units starting at ...