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Insulated Concrete Forms Come of Age as Sustainability and Energy Efficiency Standards Intensify

With a 20-year track record in the U.S., ICFs -- interlocking, open-cell foam blocks that are field-filled with concrete -- address a variety of current housing issues.

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NEWS


LEED AP for Neighborhood Development Credential Now Available

The credential designates the specialized knowledge and experience of professionals participating in the planning and development of environmentally responsible communities.


The Guts of the Green-Approved Program

The NAHB Research Center’s program focuses on products that qualify for the new ANSI-approved National Green Building Standard.


Green Certifications Worldwide to Rise 780% in 10 years

Most of the 53 billion square feet of green space will be commercial and government buildings, according to a new study by Pike Research.


EPA Lead-Paint Enforcement Deadline Moved to Oct. 1

The EPA announced changes to the Renovation Repair and Painting Rule's firm certification requirement. The EPA will not take enforcement action for violations of the rule until Oct. 1, 2010.


The Week in Green: June 11-18

Solar struggles in U.S. markets, research firm sees dynamic green building boom, and other green building news from around the Web.


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GREEN BUILDING & DESIGN


2010 residential architect Design Awards

This annual award program recognizes the best in residential design of all types including affordable, custom, and multifamily. The projects featured here are some of the sustainable highlights from these prestigeous awards.

Four Projects Strive to Produce as Much Energy as They Use

There are many ways to design and build a house that generates as much energy as it consumes, but green builders and architects list three uniting ideas to reach the net-zero goal: conservation, renewable energy production, and homeowners who are on board with the idea.


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Fiberglass Windows

Chief Editor Jean Dimeo discusses the benefits and challenges of fiberglass windows.
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