80% of top companies consider LEED key to sustainability effort

Fortune 200 firms responding to a USGBC survey said the certification demonstrates their eco-friendly commitment.

By Sharon O'Malley • April 8, 2015

NAHB highlights energy efficiency during 'New Homes Month'

Surveys of single-family builders have shown that more are incorporating green features to lower a household’s power bills.

By Sharon O'Malley • April 1, 2015

New Facebook office building features 9-acre 'green roof'

A half-mile walking trail and 400 trees adorn the structure’s crown, which will provide insulation and keep energy costs lower.

By Sharon O'Malley • April 1, 2015

Homeowners demand sustainability in backyard designs

They’ll pay more for it, too, a University of Florida survey revealed.

By Sharon O'Malley • March 25, 2015

Builders of medical facilities go 'green'

At the same time, fewer are working on projects in foreign countries.

By Sharon O'Malley • March 25, 2015

Georgia considers ban on LEED certification for state buildings

Most of the state’s 20 million acres of timber do not meet the standard because they are not FSC-registered.

By Sharon O'Malley • March 25, 2015

Fannie Mae to reward 'green' multifamily buildings with discounts

Buildings qualifying for LEED and other certifications are eligible for reduced interest rates.

By Sharon O'Malley • March 16, 2015

Country's 1st black high school is also world's 'greenest'

Washington’s Dunbar High School won the prestigious designation from USGBC.

By Sharon O'Malley • March 16, 2015

Record amount of solar power installed in 2014

The residential sector leads all others in the rate of adoption of the photovoltaic equipment.

By Sharon O'Malley • March 12, 2015

Going green: Why those who need it most can't afford it

Three recent studies recommend energy education for low-income tenants.

By Sharon O'Malley • March 11, 2015

How to talk homebuyers into 'green' upgrades

A builder’s choice of words can turn a confused consumer into the owner of an energy-efficient house.

By Sharon O'Malley • Feb. 17, 2015

U.S. is largest market for green building

The newly released Global Green Building Market Outlook 2020 analyzes North America, Europe and Asia-Pacific.

By Sharon O'Malley • Feb. 12, 2015

88% of commercial contractors plan to 'go green' within 3 years

Most of the builders called the high initial cost of energy-efficient and high-performance improvements "a challenge."

By Sharon O'Malley • Feb. 11, 2015

Apple to build massive solar farm in CA

The building project will be the company’s "most ambitious" to date, the firm’s CEO said.

By Sharon O'Malley • Feb. 11, 2015

Country's largest geothermal community to open in Louisville

The 1,800-lot development will feature underground heating and cooling systems.

By Sharon O'Malley • Feb. 11, 2015

One World Trade Center's 'green' status called into question

Fuel cells lost during Hurricane Sandy flooding were never replaced.

By Sharon O'Malley • Dec. 9, 2014

'Positive-energy' Boston building to open in November 2016

The structure will become the largest in New England to produce more energy than it consumes.

By Sharon O'Malley • Dec. 1, 2014

Up to 78% of house hunters would pay more for energy-efficient home

Builders will attract more buyers if they use easy-to-understand terms to explain ‘green’ features.

By Sharon O'Malley • Dec. 1, 2014

Hotel construction increases 15% over past year

Green building has caught on in the sector as the number of rooms increases.

By Sharon O'Malley • Nov. 22, 2014

Another man's trash: Hawaii plant turns construction debris into fuel

The plant turns 1,775 tons of construction debris into fuel used to produce electricity.

By Sharon O'Malley • Nov. 20, 2014

Report: The demand for green homes isn't going anywhere

The market for energy-efficient and sustainable houses will double within two years.

By Sharon O'Malley • Nov. 10, 2014

Lennar builds 'healthy' house for 'The Doctors' giveaway

The $1 million abode features solar energy and formaldehyde-free materials.

By Sharon O'Malley • Oct. 29, 2014

Solar design, upgraded insulation can cut energy bills by half

The Passive House Institute has a free, online brochure of passive building tips.

By Sharon O'Malley • Oct. 28, 2014

Philadelphia is latest member of DOE's Better Building Challenge

The aim is to cut energy use in public buildings by 20% in 10 years.

By Sharon O'Malley • Oct. 17, 2014

'World's greenest skyscraper' under construction in Pittsburgh

The 800,000-square-foot tower features a unique double façade.

By Sharon O'Malley • Oct. 14, 2014