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Green Building

WASHINGTON, April 24 – Calling green building “the next evolution in residential construction,” the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) told Congress today that the best way to help small home builders promote residential energy efficiency and sustainability technology in home construction is by extending tax incentives for new energy-efficient homes. Testifying before the House [...]

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NAHB: Earth Day Tips

by on April 22, 2008

WASHINGTON, April 21 – As Earth Day approaches, the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) encourages home owners everywhere to take simple steps to reduce energy use – and to think green when they buy a new home. “We are all proud of the significant steps our members have taken to make new homes more [...]

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WASHINGTON, Dec. 12 – In recognition of the phenomenal growth of green building, the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) will celebrate “Green Day” on Thursday, Feb. 14, at the International Builders’ Show® in Orlando, Fla. On Green Day, the association will officially launch the NAHB National Green Building Program and will unveil the new [...]

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WASHINGTON, Nov. 7 – The vast majority of residential builders and developers – 90 percent — are interested in participating in a voluntary green building certification program, according to the results of a survey by the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB). “As confirmed in this survey, voluntary, market-driven programs are the best way to [...]

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WASHINGTON, Oct. 31 – A new survey conducted for the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) confirms that a desire for greater energy efficiency drives consumers to choose a green-built home. “Green building is the home buyer’s best defense against soaring energy costs,” said NAHB President Brain Catalde, a Southern California home builder. “But it’s [...]

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