Smart Energy Tech Specialists Receive Government Funding To Speed Up Pursuit of a Net Zero Future A consortium of businesses led by smart energy tech pioneers Chameleon Technology has secured Government funding to develop innovative heat pump optimization technology designed to encourage… Read More BDC Magazine https://bdcmagazine.com/2023/06/smart-energy-tech-specialists-receive-government-funding-to-boost-consumer-confidence-in-heat-pumps-and-speed-up-pursuit-of-net-zero/
Read MoreMonth: June 2023
Guide To Sustainable Building
Guide To Sustainable Building Sustainable living has become an increasingly important focus in today’s world, with individuals and communities alike seeking ways to reduce their carbon footprints. When it comes to building or renovating… Read More Redfin https://www.redfin.com/blog/sustainable-building-certifications/
Read MoreWhat Is Organic Architecture?
What Is Organic Architecture? Architecture has always been an art form that holds a lot of significance for traditions, religions, and cultures all around the globe. There is heavy importance in the spaces we spend day-to-day life, which is why… Read More House Digest https://www.housedigest.com/1317443/what-is-organic-architecture-how-it-is-used-today/
Read MoreTimber Can Be the Perfect Eco-Friendly Building Material
Timber Can Be the Perfect Eco-Friendly Building Material There are a lot of things that we need to take into consideration when choosing building materials to create an eco-friendly home. We obviously need to choose materials that will help make it more energy efficient… Read More Blue and Green Tomorrow https://blueandgreentomorrow.com/features/treated-timber-can-eco-friendly-building-material/
Read MoreBuilding Cleaner and Greener Doesn’t Mean Weaker
Building Cleaner and Greener Doesn’t Mean Weaker There’s a good chance your perception of sustainable building amid climate change was shaped by a fairy tale, and you probably didn’t even realize it. Cécile Faraud, the technical lead for clean construction at C40… Read More Boston https://www.boston.com/real-estate/home-improvement/2023/06/14/building-greener-for-meaner-climate-doesnt-mean-weaker/
Read More6/20/2023 – MetroIntelligence Economic Update by P. DUFFY
MetroIntelligence Economic Update by P. DUFFY Fed pauses rate hikes, revises economic projections As expected, although the Federal Reserve did opt to keep interest rates higher for now, its revised economic projections also show more stubborn core inflation, prompting higher Federal Funds rates through 2025 than forecast in March. The new projections show the Federal Funds rate for 2023 rising from 5.1% to 5.6% (signaling further hikes ahead this year), falling to 4.6% in 2024 (up from 4.3% in March) and 3.4% in 2025 (up from 3.1% in March).…
Read MoreHouse Approves REINS Act to Limit Executive Overreach
House Approves REINS Act to Limit Executive Overreach Under the REINS Act, if a federal agency proposes a major regulation, it would need to be approved by both the House and Senate before going into effect. Read More National Association of Home Builders https://www.nahb.org/blog/2023/06/reins-act
Read MoreSingle-Family Housing Inventory Increases
Single-Family Housing Inventory Increases Inventory is up 9.3% from the seasonal bottom eight weeks ago. Read More Calculated Risk https://www.calculatedriskblog.com/2023/06/housing-june-12th-weekly-update.html
Read More6/16/2023 – MetroIntelligence Economic Update by P. DUFFY
MetroIntelligence Economic Update by P. DUFFY CPI falls to 0.1 percent in May and 4.0 percent year-on-year The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) rose just 0.1 percent in May on a seasonally adjusted basis, and was up 4.0 percent year-on-year, the smallest increase since March 2021. The index for all items less food and energy (the ‘core’ index) rose 0.4 percent in May, and was up 5.3 percent year-on-year, the smallest increase since November 2021. https://www.bls.gov/news.release/cpi.nr0.htm Producer Price Index falls 0.3 percent in May, up…
Read MoreCraftsman Charm & Functional Flair in the Fairhaven House Plan
Craftsman Charm & Functional Flair in the Fairhaven House Plan Wrapped in a charming exterior inspired by the Craftsman style, this country home plan exudes an inviting and warm ambiance from the moment you set foot on its large covered porch. Read More PR Underground https://www.prunderground.com/associated-designs-craftsman-charm-functional-flair-in-the-fairhaven-house-plan/00298862/
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