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Meritage Homes completes 156,000 ENERGY STAR certified homes in 2025
On Aug. 2025, 2026, Meritage Homes published its 2025 Sustainability and Corporate Responsibility Data Update. According to the report, Meritage…
California strengthens rules for home landscaping
On Aug. 19, 2026, the California Board of Forestry and Fire Protection reached a new compromise for California’s Zone Zero,…
EEBA expands its Board of Directors
The Energy and Environment Building Alliance (EEBA) announces that it is expanding its Board of Directors with two new leadership…
New wildfire prevention rule could override building restrictions
New wildfire-resistant building standards are taking effect across Central Oregon, requiring fire-hardened materials in new home construction. The measure allows…
Homeowners want sustainable interior design
In 2026, the biggest interior design trends homeowners are embracing sustainability, comfort and personality. From furniture selections to floor plans,…
Green Project of the Week: Awbrey Butte Net Zero Craftsman
Solaire Homebuilders’ net-zero, electric, custom craftsman home in Bend, Ore., was designed to be sustainable and reflective of the homeowners’…
2026 Florida Construction Laws and Updates
In Florida, 2026 is shaping up to be a defining year for residential construction and the state’s overall dedication to…
FORTIFIED program reaches 100,000 certifications
The Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety (IBHS) announced the FORTIFIED program reached the milestone of over 100,000 designations….
Green Project of the week: PHNX Development
PHNX Development’s project, the Yosemite Lake House balances the challenges of building in a wildfire-vulnerable area with sustainability, comfort and…
USGBC shares March advocacy and policy highlights
The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) engages in advocacy across the state, local and federal level for green building initiatives…
