by Jeremy Godenzi | Apr 1, 2024 | Guest Columns, Technology
With rising concerns about global warming, carbon footprints and dwindling natural resources, energy efficiency and sustainability have become top priorities in nearly every modern industry, and residential construction is certainly no exception. However, many modern...
by Chris Chopik | Nov 23, 2020 | Columnists
It is increasingly clear that housing is central to the story of climate change. Home is where impacts from catastrophic loss from changing weather patterns, including flood, wildfire and sea-level rise, are most acutely felt. On the flip side, houses are where we...
by Chris Chopik | Oct 22, 2019 | Columnists, Featured
The National Association of Realtors (NAR) chose the perfect location for its recent invitation-only Sustainability Summit 2019 – New Orleans. Presentations included powerful insights and calls to action from The Union of Concerned Scientists, flood and hazard experts...
by Michael Krisa | Nov 23, 2017 | Advice for Agents
What better way to show your clients that you care than by giving them a personalized path to lower monthly utility bills? Do a quick energy audit of their home, or send them a DIY energy audit. They can complete it in just a few minutes, but those few minutes could...
by David Dodge and Scott Rollans | Sep 25, 2017 | Advice for Agents
A typical hot water heater accounts for about one fifth of the energy used in most Canadian homes. Choosing the right hot water heater can have a huge impact both financially and environmentally – especially as energy prices and carbon levies continue to rise. Many of...
