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Better Homes, Better Future

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Better Homes, Better Future

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Are your ventilation practices keeping up? With the envelope of the home becoming tighter through new code standards, improved building materials, and increased awareness of Indoor Air Quality, a balanced ventilation strategy is critical for th
Closing keynote speaker, Eric Amyot, at the 2023 High Performance Home Builder Summit!
KB Home, in partnership with SunPower, the University of California, Irvine (UCI), Schneider Electric, Kia America and Southern California Edison (SCE), built two blackout-resistant communities, Durango and Oak Shade, comprised of more than 200
In this webinar, you will learn about heat pump inverter technology from Daikin Comfort Technologies North America.  We will explore the many benefits of inverter technology and what this means to your new homes and homebuyers.  We will also ex
As jurisdictions across the country consider electrification policy, industry understanding of their electric options for heating and cooling is increasingly important. Attendees of this course will learn the benefits of innovative electric he
Attendees of this course will learn the benefits of water heating technologies, for examples:Greenhouse gas (GHG) emission reductions from the building sector as a result of displacing natural gas and propane combustion water heating.Incre
Most folks in the EEBA community know there’s a connection between water and energy (and as a result, carbon). On the one hand, we use huge amounts of water to generate electricity, and managing reservoir levels in a way that supports hydroelec
Consumer awareness and demand for homes that perform at zero energy or near zero levels is on the rise.  As builders across the country attempt to deliver zero energy performance to their customers, there are a variety of strategies to reach th
Most Home Builders are struggling to design ventilation systems that meet the new IECC state building codes and ENERGY STAR for Homes version 3.1’s mandatory, delivered ventilation air flow rates to qualify for the 45L Federal Tax Credit. By th
The Inflation Reduction Act will soon be rolling out financial incentives for more efficient HVAC systems like heat pumps to save energy and improve home comfort for American households. But what happens if these systems are improperly installe
Climate change has caused unprecedented power outages and soaring energy costs, and homeowners are paying the price. As new codes and standards continue to push for efficiency and connectivity, homeowner expectations are evolving too — and Schn
Aaron Smith, CEO of EEBA, is joined by Adam Robertson, co-founder and principal of Sustainatree Consulting from Calgary, AB Canada. With a background of over 10 years in civil engineering within the construction industry, particularly in wood b
With water scarcity concerns rising, we must look at what can be done at saving potable water use. By treating and reusing lightly contaminated greywater at both the residential and commercial level, there is the potential to save millions of g
While the building industry continues to move in the direction of Net Zero or Zero Energy Ready Homes, there is still concern by builders, developers, architects, and home buyers that this level of high-performance homes is a goal that is too h
While the building industry continues to move in the direction of Net Zero or Zero Energy Ready Homes, there is still concern by builders, developers, architects, and home buyers that this level of high-performance homes is a goal that is too h
Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the United States. AprilAire’s Get Radon on Your Radar course is a 30-minute learning seminar designed to help people understand more about radon, a radioactive gas commonly found indoors at d
A home today must not only be high performing, resilient and built using sustainable methods, the home must provide the individuals living within it a healthy environment. There are many factors that contribute to the overall healthy environmen
The consumer mindset around what is desired in a home is constantly evolving. Review the latest survey insights from homeowners and single-family renters from around the country. Dive deep into energy awareness, motives, and the current mindset
States and local governments around the county have set ambitious climate goals that center net zero newly constructed buildings as a key component to meeting these goals. Two new models are now available to help jurisdictions achieve their cli
Most homes in America are woefully underlit. Codes are no help, because they have minimal requirements (would you believe the International Residential Code only requires ONE light in a kitchen?). Despite energy mandates requiring high efficien
Chef Andrew Forlines will give an overview of new and advanced home cooking technology with an emphasis on all-electric, non-gas options. Induction cooking, Steam and Speed Ovens, Sous Vide Cooking, Automated and Smart WiFi Connected appliances
Energy loss is a real problem on any residential new construction project. And perhaps there is no greater opportunity for energy loss than conditioned air leaking into the attic space through the dozens and dozens of ceiling penetrations that
Join award winning builder Jay Epstein, water physicist Dr. Markus Lenger, and water and energy conservation expert Larry Acker to discuss heat pump water heaters:1) How effective are they in a residential home and what are the options?2) Shoul
Are you ready to take your building projects to the next level? Join us for a webinar that will explore new strategies for business success using the BUILD 3.0 Framework. While Build 1.0 and Build 2.0 brought advancements in building techniques
Join us for this highly informative webinar featuring three inspiring women builders: Founder of Younger Homes, Danielle Younger; Co-owner and Marketing Director of Lifestyle Homes, Karen Kicinski, and Co-founder of Charis Homes, Glenna Wilson.
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