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Hubbell Wiring netSELECT HDMI Frames Use 4-inch Tail
Frames are available in 1- and 2-port configurations and fit within 1-inch NPT conduit. Read more »
Homebuilders Haven't Fully Embraced Green Building Design, Study Says
No homebuilder has publicly committed to environmental responsibility as a core business strategy. Read more »
Electronic House Announces Home of the Year Winners
The Home of the Year winner, for the first time, is an energy-efficient, green home made largely from environmentally-friendly materials. Read more »
Kredich Joins USGBC as VP for Residential Market Development
Will oversee USGBC's LEED for Homes program after spending last five years with Creative Touch Interiors. Read more »
PCBC "Builder-to-Builder Green Forum" Explores Green Movement
One-day session will discuss green building perspectives, securing capital and entitlements for green projects and much more. Read more »
D. Brown Management Expands Financial Services
Will provide solutions for companies wanting to improve long-term profitability. Read more »

From The Magazine

Features

Up to The Tech Challenge
Water-retention and geothermal heat were new concepts to MAFFCO. See how the Dallas-based contractor, brought it all together.
Illuminating Evidence
Here are five reasons for considering lighting control as a green feature.
7 Tips for Saving on Land Development
Here are several easy ways to increase profits during land development.
Tools for a Tough Market
Technology builds buying prospects' trust while converting leads.
Technology Features to Look For
As you look at various software solutions, here are some basic considerations you should evaluate.
A Tale of Two Builders
One builder didn't communicate well with the integrator. The other did. Guess who got the job done.

Departments

Editorial: Dangerous Shades of Green
Is it detrimental to have green-building programs? In the short term, no; in the long term, yes.

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