Net-Zero Modular Homes Head for Peaks Island, Maine

An affordable-housing initiative on a Maine island serves as a showcase for a new line of energy-efficient modular homes

Solar Decathlon 2011: New Zealand Vacation Cabins Inspire Designers

This green-building interpretation of the ‘Kiwi bach’ uses local wood species to achieve comfort and energy efficiency

Solar Decathlon 2011: Middlebury College’s Self-Reliance House

Taking inspiration from an Emerson essay, the team members infuse the traditional-looking gable form with net-zero-energy performance and environmentally friendly materials

Solar Decathlon 2011: Appalachian State’s Solar Homestead

Evoking an approach embraced by many of Appalachia’s early settlers, this team’s entry focuses on simplicity, durability, and convenience

Tax Credits for Solar Energy Systems

Take advantage of these tax credits now, because they're unlikely to last.

Efficiency in the Desert

A production builder adopts green building practices

Trailblazing Solar Home Made of Composite ICFs

#Efficient and durable coastal home blends site-sensitive design, traditional materials, and high-tech systems

Florida Utility Offers Generous PV Feed-In Tariff

Owners of PV systems will be paid 32¢ per kWh GAINESVILLE, FL — A Florida electric utility, Gainesville Regional Utilities, will soon offer a generous 32¢ per kWh feed-in tariff…

Credit Crunch Derails Zero-Energy Home Project

Banks No Longer Willing to Provide Construction Loans ISSAQUAH, WA — Construction of the Z-Home project, a ten-unit zero-energy housing development in Issaquah, Washington, has been halted by the credit…

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