the 1,846-square-foot plan one, the first of 124 homes in livingsmart homes at fair oaks ranch to earn certification from the national green building standard, includes four bedrooms, three bathrooms, and a two-bay garage.

Pardee Unveils Community of National Green Building Standard-Certified Homes

The 124-lot development is the first by a California production builder to offer ANSI certification for all units.

Set to achieve Gold-level status, LivingSmart Homes at Fair Oaks Ranch will include standard solar along with a range of energy-, water-, and resource-efficient products and details.

American National Standards Institute

American National Standards Institute (ANSI) is a private non-profit organization that administers and coordinates the U.S. voluntary standardization system.

Sustainability and the Environmental Impacts of PVC

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ANSI National Green Building Standard

A Passively Cooled House in Sarasota, Fla., Capitalizes on Local Winds

Gentle winds provide passive cooling at a Florida waterfront home.
2,000th Project Certified to National Green Building Standard

Barry Andrews Homes’ Murphy’s Run community in Maryland reaches certification milestone.
NAHB Green Conference Kicks Off With Home Tour

Ranging from high-end custom to affordable gut rehabs, the six Raleigh-Durham homes highlight the region’s diverse selection of sustainably built homes.
NAHB to Phase Out Home Certification Under Model Green Home Building Guidelines

Transition will make the National Green Building Standard the sole system certified by the NAHB Research Center.
Excel Homes’ Scoring Tool Helps Builders, Buyers Specify Green Modular Houses

Online tool tracks green building points, making it easier to select specs that meet clients’ efficiency and sustainability needs.
USGBC Initiative Expands LEED for Homes Resources

Two regional green building groups have signed on as participants in a new USGBC initiative.
Case Study: Austin Home Achieves Top Ratings in Three Green Building Programs

Super-efficient construction, careful planning bring certifications from LEED, NAHB, Austin Energy, and Energy Star.
NAHB Leading the Way Towards Green Building

The NAHB is helping its members build homes and communities that are more environmentally responsible.
How to Find Cash Back for Building Green

NABH Green Building Conference Coverage: There are thousands of free dollars available to builders of eco-friendly homes.
NAHBRC's Green Standard is in High Gear

Certification requests for the National Green Building Standard are pouring in.