Source: Kamana.org

Green building renovations are defying the downward spiral seen in the general market for renovation work. As a result, green building retrofits that promote efficient energy usage are anticipated to increase substantially through 2015 and emerge as the “new normal” in the building industry, according to leading market research firm SBI Energy. Green renovations currently account for about 7% of the total renovation market and are anticipated to grow to 13% of the market by 2015. Much of the sector’s growth can be attributed to stimulus funding throughout the world for energy efficiency improvements, though green building materials have shown that they are cost effective alternatives to standard building components and are increasingly in demand by businesses and homeowners alike. Click here to learn more about this trend in green building today!

Source: NAHB.org

There are increasing signs that residential green building and remodeling are speeding into the mainstream as the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) prepares to cut the ribbon at the 12^th annual NAHB National Green Building Conference. During the conference Tour of Homes on May 17, attendees will see the depth and breadth of sustainable design and construction in and around Raleigh, N.C., where this year’s event is being held. Projects range from a workforce housing development to a “bells and whistles,” high-end green custom home – and everything in between. Click here to read more about this event and more about building green!