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29 May
2014

Wilcon Construction, Inc. – Project 3: New Home Bronze

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A trifecta of SIPS panels, solar panels and a geothermal system were the heavy-hitters used to achieve a HERS (Home Efficiency Rating System) score of 29 in this new home […]

9 May
2014

Choosing Sustainable Insulation

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* Guest post by Emma Pritchard – “Updates by Brett Little in Captions” Good insulation is an important part of creating a sustainable home design, and of retrofitting an existing home […]

17 Apr
2014

Figuring the MPG of a House

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The Green Home Institute in GR verifies LEED certification for homes in all price ranges. Jeremy vanEyk, left, of Cottage Home of Holland, and Brett Little, of the Green Home […]

3 Apr
2014

Habitat for Humanity of Michigan is seeking a Programs Support Specialist

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Annual Pay: $30,000 Time Commitment: 40 hrs./week Start Date: May 1st preferred HFHM needs assistance with two programs. The Sustainable Building program works directly within the HFHM office and with Habitat affiliates to […]

27 Mar
2014

Indianapolis Restored Home Gets LEED Platinum & Sells Fast!

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This home located on Elm St. in Indianapolis, IN was an abandoned space, built in 1910, that was bid on for redevelopment through the Southeast Neighborhood Development (SEND) organization’s Transfer and Transform program, […]

21 Mar
2014

Going Green by Creating an Eco-Friendly Bathroom Scene

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Written by Chris Long The concept of conservation in the bathroom used to be limited to shutting off the water while brushing your teeth and taking shorter showers. And while those […]

6 Mar
2014

LEED AP Homes Credential to still remain under version 4

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I just got this news in an email from the Manger of USGBC Education Partners, Sabrina Morelli – Fantastic news for the residential greenbuilding industry! Email screenshot below —— Hi […]

5 Mar
2014

South east MI home scores LEED silver and is a top energy performer

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This newly constructed LEED Silver Home is located on the north side of Ann Arbor, on a 5 acre lot. The home is 4,500 square feet with 6 bedrooms, 2 […]

28 Feb
2014

Minneapolis Market Rate Midrise 7west is LEED Certified

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Sustainable architecture is nothing if it’s not deeply rooted in the surrounding community. Whether it’s sculpture by a local artist or an intimate concert at the Cedar Cultural Center, 7west (1800 Washington) celebrates […]

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