What's New
May 2010
K. Hovnanian Shares High Performance Homes Story
Earlier this month, Chip Merlin, VP of Operations for the
Landover Group, took attendees of NAHB's Green Building Conference
behind the scense and shared the journey he took to transition his
business and deliver higher quality, greener homes at the same or
lower cost to the homeowner. Take a look at his
story.
Wathen-Castanos to Open Prototype House
On June 11, Wathen-Castanos Hybrid Homes will hold a grand opening
event for a prototype house, which achieves 36% energy savings
beyond California's Title 24 and showcases an upgrade package of
energy features that will be sold to prospective buyers. Read
more.
DOE Launches High Efficiency Windows Volume Purchase
Program
On May 27, the Department of Energy announced the launch of the
Highly-Insulating R-5 Windows and Low-e Storm Windows Volume
Purchase Program. The initiative will connect builders and others
who are looking to purchase large volumes of windows with more than
30 pre-cleared manufacturers and by setting performance
expectations for two new types of energy efficient windows. Read more about the program or attend a free webinar from the DOE.
March 2010
Alliance Launches Zero Energy Lab Home in
Pittsburgh
On March 31, the Best Practices Research Alliance® broke
ground on the first test home in its national research program.
IBACOS, a consulting company focused on home quality and
performance, and regional builder S&A Homes are leading the
project. Get current informatio on the Pittsburgh Lab Home. Read the
groundbreaking press release.