As the demographics of new-home buyers shift to younger and more energy-conscious purchasers, builders are recognizing that energy efficiency and sustainability are becoming major considerations in home purchases. The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) reports that energy efficiency, represented through energy savings and decreases in electricity bills, is a high priority with many new-home […]
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Interest in green construction and environmental friendliness has increased in the construction industry, according to data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
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Interest in residential energy efficiency continues to rise among potential homebuyers in the United States. A new study reveals what homeowners are looking for in an energy efficient home and how likely they are to invest in improved residential efficiency. The 2014 Energy Pulse study, conducted and released by Shelton Group, contains in-depth information on
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Vapor retarders protect the roof structure from the effects of moisture infiltrating from the inside out. Typically, we think of roof coverings to prevent moisture leaking in. However, roof structures are vulnerable to continuous exposure to interior water vapor migrating upward and out of the building. If the building is slightly pressurized, the effect is
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A major San Francisco office tower has been awarded LEED Platinum v4 certification, making it the first building in the United States, and only the second in the world, to achieve this high-level energy efficiency distinction, according to Multi-Housing News.
Window trends in the European construction market are providing lessons in energy efficiency and environmental performance that could be valuable for American contractors, customers and manufacturers.
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One of the most useful construction technology tools is building information modeling (BIM). BIM software gives significant advantages to almost everyone in the building process, including architects, HVAC and electrical system professionals, energy efficiency experts, and builders. Here are some of the ways that BIM software in the construction industry helps ensure that projects of
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New homeowners across several generations are showing increasing preference for sustainable features in new homes. The Home Buyer and Seller Generational Trends report, published by the National Association of Realtors, details the breakdown of types, sizes and characteristics of homes purchased by five different generational demographics. The categories include:
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Green building trends are no longer abstract concepts or simply a guiding philosophy. They’re now as substantial as new building materials and as timely as the latest technology. As new construction escalates world-wide, the requirements for increased efficiency and a smaller footprint are more critical than ever. Maintaining the status quo would mean a doubling
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