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Beazer Homes rejects third offer from Dream Finders Homes
Beazer Homes, one of the nation's largest energy efficient builders, announced the rejection of unsolicited proposals from Dream Finders Homes. This is the third proposal since February from Florida-based Dream Finders Homes to acquire Beazer Homes. While a merger of the two companies would create the sixth largest homebuilder in the nation, the Beazer Board unanimously determined that all three proposals significantly undervalue the builder...
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CAL FIRE delivers $70 million for wildfire resilience
To celebrate Wildfire Preparedness Week, CAL FIRE and Gov. Newsome announced $70 million in grants for wildfire resilience programs and education. The CAL FIRE Wildfire Prevention Grants Program funds clearing brush, maintaining evacuation routes and creating firebreaks in fire-threatened communities. Previous projects from the program include the Anthony Chabot Forest Fuels Enhancement Project, which treated 556 acres near nearly 22,000 homes in a high-risk wildland-urban interface area...
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BIS is back in the desert
Join the forefront of innovation and collaboration at the Building Industry Show (BIS)! With a rich history of advocating for the homebuilding industry for over a century, the Building Industry Association of Southern California (BIASC) is thrilled to host BIS once again—this time at the stunning Renaissance Esmeralda Resort & Spa in Indian Wells, California from September 2-3, 2026...
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Green Project of the Week: Element House
Element House, designed by Solstice Planning and Architecture, is a 3,700 square-foot, LEED Platinum certified home in Sarasota, Fla. With a HERS score of -26, the project was a recipient of the American Institute of Architects Tampa Bay first award for sustainability...
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SKS
36-inch Induction Pro Range
Combining an induction cooking surface with a steam-combi convection oven, the Induction Pro Range offers powerful cooking and flexibility to prepare daily meals. The 11-inch dual center element is the industry's most powerful center induction element*, delivering 7,000 watts.
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BuildBlock
BuildBlock Insulated Concrete Forms (ICFs) are a building system that uses interlocking EPS foam blocks to create a formwork for reinforced concrete walls. The foam blocks are designed to interlock, creating a tight and secure formwork for the concrete. The formwork includes internal webs that provide a continuous insulation layer to eliminate thermal bridging and air leaks. The foam blocks come in various sizes and shapes and can be easily cut and customized on-site to meet the specific requirements of a construction project.
The reinforced concrete is poured into the formwork, creating a solid and durable wall system. The concrete core provides excellent resistance to wind, debris, and other natural disasters, making ICFs a popular choice for construction in areas prone to severe weather events.
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Kwikset
Kwikset is the leading residential lock manufacturer, making homeowners feel safe since 1946. Kwikset works hard to understand the world you live in, so that we can do everything we can to protect it. The company’s unwavering commitment to meeting homeowners’ needs has inspired its innovative lock portfolio that includes patented SmartKey deadbolts, keyless entry combination locks, connected home technology, first-to-market smart lock, Kevo and a wide variety of styles and finishes.
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Zehnder
Zehnder reinforces its position as the thought leader in ventilation with its advanced ComfoAir Q and ComfoAir 85 systems. Engineered for superior efficiency, comfort, and indoor air quality, these solutions deliver reliable, innovative performance for modern homes and buildings, supporting healthier indoor environments.
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Plug-in solar legislation signed into law in Denver
Legislation to remove barriers to plug-in solar panels and save Coloradans money on their utility bills was signed into law on May 7, 2026. HB26-1007, sponsored by Senators Cathy Kipp, D-Fort Collins, Matt Ball, D-Denver and Representatives Lesley Smith, D-Boulder and Rebekah Stewart, D-Lakewood, authorizes access to plug-in solar panels...
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Boston announces new Climate Action Plan
Mayor Michelle Wu and the City of Boston released a new Climate Action Plan, outlining a clear roadmap for cutting emissions and preparing for climate change. Led by Chief Climate Officer Brian Swett and the Environment, Energy and Open Space Cabinet, the plan focuses on reducing pollution, improving resilience and guiding how the city grows...
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Make sure to follow us on social media
For the past 20 years, Green Home Builder and Builder Media have served homebuilders, architects, designers and other industry professionals dedicated to protecting the environment as a national B2B publication. We are currently expanding our social media presence, posting the latest industry news and featured content from our magazines on Instagram, LinkedIn, X and Facebook. Now, we ask you to show your support by following us on social media to stay up-to-date on the latest green homebuilding news and stories...
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Auburn strives to boost community energy efficiency
The town of Auburn, Mass., is partnering with HomeWorks Energy to enhance residential energy efficiency across the community. This partnership focuses on providing accessible, practical solutions for homeowners looking to improve their home’s energy performance...
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Our Next Hybrid Net-Zero Demonstration Home Begins
The ABC Green Home 5.0 TerraVerde project represents the next evolution in high-performance residential construction, uniting innovation, proven building science and a forward-looking vision for how Americans will live in the decades ahead. As a multi-certified demonstration home, TerraVerde is designed to deliver verified performance through 12 advanced independent energy certifications, establishing a new benchmark for what is possible in attainable, resilient housing...
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Energy efficiency shifts home design in Texas
Texas homebuilders are leaning into sustainability, including both climate-conscious and energy-efficient features. According to a report by the National Association of Builders (NAHB), nearly 80% of homebuyers consider sustainability when purchasing, prompting builders to consider sustainability as a necessary feature in designs...
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Green Project of the Week:
Spark Side Passive House
As a Phius-certified Passive House, Spark Side, designed by Kaplan Thompson Architects, requires 90% less energy to heat and cool and is achieving Net Zero Energy on an annual basis with help from a 12.4KW photovoltaic array. Located in Durham, N.H., the clients came to the firm originally seeking an old farmhouse to renovate, hoping to fit into their outdoor lifestyle...
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Study cites sustainable building materials as best wildfire defense
A new peer-reviewed study by Cal Poly faculty and scientists found that building density, not urban trees, was the strongest predictor of whether homes were destroyed during the Southern California wildfires in January 2025. The study's key findings revealed that fire-resistant building materials, ember-resistant vents and roofs, as well as increased spacing between buildings, were the best solutions for wildfire prevention...
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