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What to know about DOE's Efficient New Homes Program updates
Every fall, the Department of Energy (DOE) releases updated program documents for the Efficient New Homes Program, previously ZERH, reflecting feedback from builders and raters. The updates for DOE's Efficient New Homes Program apply to projects with permit dates on or after Jan. 1, 2027. Updates include extending Indoor AirPlus Version 1 acceptance through Dec. 31, 2028…
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USGBC announces zero waste certification: TRUE v2
The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) announced the next iteration of its zero waste certification, TRUE v2. First launched over a decade ago, the TRUE (Total Resource Use and Efficiency) certification emphasizes the importance of zero waste for businesses of all sizes. USGBC remarks that the new benchmark is clearer for global use and features a rebalanced credit structure. For homebuilders, the TRUE certification can limit material consumption and tighten operations…
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Washington Gov looks to bend some building codes to speed up rebuilds
Under pressure from Gov. Bob Ferguson, the Washington State Building Code Council is weighing building code flexibility to accelerate recovery for homeowners who lost nearly 700 residences to recent wildfires in the state. Ferguson issued an emergency proclamation in August requesting that those affected rebuild under less restrictive energy codes. In an open letter to the building council, Ferguson emphasized that the relief is targeted to existing homeowners rather than a permanent rollback…
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KB Home announces new Florida community, Sebastian Oaks
KB Home opened Sebastian Oaks, a new community in St. Augustin, Fla., on Oct. 15, 2026, featuring one- to two-story floor plans with up to five bedrooms and three bathrooms. The homes are designed for contemporary living, with modern kitchens overlooking large great rooms, expansive bedroom suites with walk-in closets and lofts. In true KB Homes fashion, the Sebastian Oaks residences are ENERGY STAR certified. "We are excited to introduce North Florida homebuyers…
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MeterNet
MeterNet has been helping communities manage water smarter since 1984. What started as a software company assisting small towns and water districts with billing has grown into a trusted, full-service submetering partner for HOAs, property managers, builders, and property owners across the U.S. MeterNet offers a full-service submetering program for a flat monthly fee per resident—simple, transparent, and all-inclusive.
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EyeOn
EyeOn helps construction and real-estate operators find the right opportunities, build the right systems, and get their teams using them. We interview your team, map the workflows, identify the highest-value opportunities, and deliver a prioritized implementation roadmap. You keep the findings whether we build it or not. Estimating, scheduling, operational portals, reporting, and internal tools shaped around how your company actually works. Start with the most valuable workflow and expand from there.
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Kohler
With more than 50 manufacturing locations worldwide, Kohler is a global leader in the design, innovation and manufacture of kitchen and bath products; luxury cabinetry, tile and lighting; engines, generators and clean energy solutions.
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Samsung
Samsung’s line of Bespoke AI 3-Door French Door Refrigerators are designed with Zero Clearance Fit to integrate seamlessly into a variety of kitchen layouts while offering more storage capacity in counter-depth and full-depth models. The fridge also offers multiple ways to chill, serve and enjoy drinks.
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St. Louis gets its first certified Passive House
The eastern side of the Mississippi just got its first certified Passive House, reflecting a growing national trend toward energy-efficient home construction. Designed by Virescent for a young family in St. Louis, the 3,466-square-foot home is designed with an airtight building envelope, high-performance windows and a heat-recovery ventilation system. The home also features a 10.8-kilowatt rooftop solar array to generate an estimated 14,844 kilowatt-hours of electricity each year…
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Blending Luxury with Building Science
Dar Kashi’s journey toward construction was fueled by his deep passion for building science and operation. “As I became more involved in construction, I became increasingly interested in the reasons behind how homes perform,” said Kashi. “I started questioning many of the ‘we’ve always done it this way,’ practices in residential construction and looking for ways to build better.” It was that curiosity that drove Kashi to found Kashi Custom Homes. Now, as the chief builder and chief executive officer…
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What’s Next for High-Performance Home Building
The high-performance home building industry is changing and this year’s High Performance Home Builder Summit met that moment. The High Performance Home Builder Summit returned September 16–18 in Saint Paul, Minn. The 2026 Summit brought together builders, designers, manufacturers, raters, program administrators and other industry professionals for three days of education, networking and hands-on learning…
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Green Project of the Week: Retro Rambler
The Retro Rambler is a high-performance, all-electric reinvention of a 1950s home in Kensington, Md. Symbi Homes renovated the 3,000-square-foot residence to be fully electric, powered by high-efficiency heat pumps, solar-ready infrastructure and an EV charger. With insulation and air sealing that exceed code requirements, expansive ENERGY STAR windows, and an EV charger, the Retro Rambler is built for comfort, efficiency and resilience…
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