The Daily Scoop

A utility watchdog in North Carolina touts solar as an economically viable alternative to nuclear power, while a Florida politician highlights solar’s jobs-generating potential

Analysts say there’s nowhere to go but up – or sideways

A case in Michigan serves as a reminder that encounters with potentially hazardous materials are common for retrofitters, including those working under the Weatherization Assistance Program

Researchers at Stanford explore concepts for a solar cell that uses both photons and thermal energy for electricity generation

Blue Line Innovations’ PowerCost Monitor is designed to track Hohm subscribers’ energy use by the second

A tribute to residential design excellence, the awards program is open to builders, architects, remodelers, designers, developers, land planners and interior designers

With mandatory compliance set to begin January 1, the ICC releases a key portion of the statewide code and announces upcoming training and certification programs

Results for June suggest they’ve at least stabilized. Industry pros and investors don’t seem particularly surprised there’s no uptick

As Generation Y segues from renting to homebuying, women and certain minority groups are expected to drive demand, a research firm says

Expanded coverage for energy efficiency upgrades and environmental improvements