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EDITOR'S NOTE

Katy Tomasulo, Deputy Editor, EcoHome Magazine

I returned from the NAHB National Green Building Conference this morning with my head swimming with new products, cool projects, and lots of new green builder contacts.

Though set against a backdrop of a still-recovering New Orleans, the atmosphere was positive, with a vibe of enthusiasm coursing throughout. It also was festive and reflective, as the association marked the event’s 10th anniversary.

See below for articles from EcoHome staff covering all three days of the conference. In addition, here are 10 other observations I made over the course of the event.

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NEWS

National Green Building Conference Kicks Off

The NAHB marked the start of its 10th annual conference by remembering the past and looking to the future.

NAHB Honors Top Green Builders

The NAHB's Green Building Awards honored 17 building industry professionals and companies who excelled in green home building practices in 2007.

NAHB Recognizes "Building With Trees" Developers

The NAHB, in conjunction with the National Arbor Day Foundation, honored two builder/developers with "Building With Trees" Awards of Excellence in recognition of exemplary tree conservation practices.

Green Lawsuits Bound to Emerge

NAHB legal experts predict green building could be lawyers' next home building prey.

Respect for the environment isn’t a passing fancy at Andersen.

For over a century, sustainability has been a part of who we are. Through innovative practices 98% of all manufacturing materials are used beneficially, with 70% going into final products and 28% being re-used, recycled or used as fuel. And, we are the only window, door and skylight manufacturer with products that are Green Seal certified. To learn more about Andersen and its history of green practice, including LEED-related certifications, go to andersenwindows.com/sustainability.

GREEN BUILDING AND DESIGN

Hope Among Heartache

The Green Homes Tour during the NAHB National Green Building Conference showcased the struggle to rebuild New Orleans and the smart ways some are bouncing back.

Custom Green Home Opens Its Doors to the World

Using the Web to turn their green building project into a virtual demonstration home, Dave and Anna Porter provide a real-time, real-life look at the quest to transform their 100-year-old beachfront home into a highly energy-efficient, environmentally friendly dwelling.