posted Monday, February 9, 2015 Housing Virginia released findings of a study that shows that the average resident of an energy-efficient apartment saves $54 per month on electricity bills, which amounts to $648 annually. The yearlong study conducted by Virginia Tech’s Center for Housing Research also found that apartments built to higher energy efficiency standards …
posted Tuesday, February 10, 2015 Housing Virginia released today the findings of a first-of-its-kind study that demonstrates the impact of energy efficient construction requirements in affordable rental housing. The new report shows that the average resident of an energy efficient apartment saves $54 per month on their electricity bill, which amounts to $648 annually. Housing …
EarthCraft Virginia is thrilled to join VA DHCD, HFH Peninsula and Greater Williamsburg, Easy Living Home, Home Builders Association of VA, HFH of VA, and VA Building and Code Officials Association in the “Blueprint for the Future – A home for everyone” design competition being held in conjunction with the 2015 VA Governor’s Housing Conference. …
We’ve just scheduled our next EarthCraft Building Professional Training for Thursday, April 30th. Thanks in advance to the Roanoke Regional Home Builders Association for letting us use their space. Hope to see many of you then! Details below. EarthCraft Building Professional Training Date: Thursday, April 30th Time: 9 AM – 4 PM Location: Roanoke Regional …
Guest Blogger Nick Sisler confirms with a recent posting to Green Building Advisor that Home Buyers are Paying More for Green. Think Home Buyers Won’t Pay Extra for Energy Efficiency? Think again: Studies show that West Coast home buyers are paying a lot more for green features This graph shows how much builders think that …
Associated Press U.S. homebuilders’ confidence in the market for new single-family homes surged this month to the highest level in nearly nine years. The brighter outlook reflects growing optimism that sales will increase over the next six months. That could potentially spur growth in home construction, a key driver of the economy. Read the full …
“Two families looking to make energy efficiency a way of life in their new homes found an environmentally friendly haven in Mount Tabor Meadows, a Blacksburg community comprised of all EarthCraft-certified homes. Though different in size, both homes are equipped with green features suitable for any space.” Click here to read more!
Did you miss NBC12’s coverage of Health E Community’s new solar community last week? No worries – we’ve got it for you right here! EarthCraft Virginia is well represented – such a privilege to be involved in this project. NBC12- Richmond, VA News
Congratulations to Jay Epstein and his team at Health-E Community Enterprises on the announcement of their solar subdivision. Read the full article from Richmond BizSense here.
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