Sustainability and Green Building

Sustainability and Green Building

Explore NAHB’s dedicated section on Sustainability and Green Building. Learn about eco-friendly construction techniques, green certifications, and resources for building sustainable homes.

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Develop Business Strategies for Building Healthier, More Efficient Homes

According to NAHB research, the majority of buyers prefer to go green when provided the option, such as incorporating passive solar design and durable materials into their homes. Learn how to tap into these interests through key education sessions at the 2024 NAHB International Builders’ Show® (IBS) in Las Vegas.

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NAHB's bimonthly newsletter providing top industry news and resources for the sustainability and green building industry.

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Overview of Sustainability and Green Building

High performance building incorporates sustainable construction techniques, green building materials, and designs to minimize a home's impact on the environment.

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Green Building Tools and Research

From videos to expert Q&As to checklists and toolkits, NAHB offers myriad resources to help educate and prepare builders for success in green building.

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Green Certifications

A number of green building programs exist to certify the level of home’s performance. Learn more about these programs, including the National Green Building Standard.

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<p>NAHB offers a wealth of outlets to connect with and learn from other green building professionals about sustainable homes energy efficiency and more.</p>

GET INVOLVED in green building

GET INVOLVED in green building

NAHB offers a wealth of outlets to connect with and learn from other green building professionals about sustainable homes energy efficiency and more.

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<p>Looking to build a sustainable home? Use these resources to get a better understanding of sustainability and green building practices.</p>

Home owner Education on green building

Home owner Education on green building

Looking to build a sustainable home? Use these resources to get a better understanding of sustainability and green building practices.

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<p>Prospective buyers are interested in green homes and energy efficiency, and are willing to spend more to invest in healthy homes. Learn how to talk to them about it.</p>

Selling Green Homes

Selling Green Homes

Prospective buyers are interested in green homes and energy efficiency, and are willing to spend more to invest in healthy homes. Learn how to talk to them about it.

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<p>Water efficiency has tangible environmental and cost savings benefits. Learn more about the different water efficiency technologies and rating systems available.</p>

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Water efficiency ReSources

Water efficiency has tangible environmental and cost savings benefits. Learn more about the different water efficiency technologies and rating systems available.

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<p>Lower utility bills are just one benefit using energy efficient practices. Learn more about how to incorporate these energy efficient technologies into your homes.</p>

Energy efficiency

Energy efficiency

Lower utility bills are just one benefit using energy efficient practices. Learn more about how to incorporate these energy efficient technologies into your homes.

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