The Benefits of Switching to a Geothermal Heat Pump With the high cost of energy, the value of energy efficiency is becoming more and more important. Geothermal heat pumps (GHP), …
Benefits of Geothermal Heat Pumps and the IRA Tax Credits Read More
The Blue Horizons Project (BHP) proudly announces the release of the Strategic Plan for Transitioning Buncombe County to 100% Renewable Energy by 2042 to address the urgent need for a …
One of the best “bangs for your buck” with electrification upgrades is to replace your electric water heater with a heat pump water heater. Did you know that water heaters …
Green Built Alliance is a finalist in the Asheville Chamber Grant selection for their 125th Anniversary. With your help we could win $10,000! It takes less than a minute to …
Vote for Green Built Alliance to win Asheville Chamber Grant! Read More
As you have probably heard by now, in order to combat climate change, it is in everybody’s best interest to transition away from fossil fuels towards more renewable energy sources …
We are starting the process of planning our 2023 Green Building Directory. With 25,000 copies distributed at 100 spots throughout Western North Carolina, our directory is a great way to …
Share Your Projects and Expertise in 2023 Green Building Directory Read More
My obsession-turned-profession with learning as much as I can about home building has involved a lot of reading, but maybe not the kind of reading you might think. Of course, …
Here in Western North Carolina, we have a perfect storm of interrelated environmental factors which often lead to excess moisture and mold growth in houses of all ages and design. …
One Green Feature You Don’t Want: Mold in the Home Environment Read More
Homebuyers today are increasingly concerned about the indoor air quality of their homes. Issues like mold, radon, carbon monoxide and toxic chemicals have received greater attention than ever as poor …
A Breath of Fresh Air: The Importance of Indoor Air Quality Read More
If you haven’t recently moved into a brand-new, green-certified home (or aren’t anxiously waiting for the build to be complete), chances are you’re one of the four in 10 Americans …
Health Considerations in a Green Remodel: Knowing Your Home’s History is Key Read More
