Posts From April, 2025

EEBA Announces 2026 Board of Directors

Minneapolis, Minnesota – The Energy and Environment Building Alliance (EEBA) is pleased to announce its 2026 Board of Directors, welcoming new leadership to continue the organization’s mission to advance high-performance, healthy, and resilient homes across North America. The 2026 Board reflects a diverse cross-section of industry leaders whose expertise spans high-performance homebuilding, sustainability, innovation, and building science. Together, they will help guide EEBA’s strategic priorities, educational initiatives, and industry partnerships in the year ahead. 2026 Board Officers President – Karen Kicinski Karen Kicinski is the Marketing Director and Co-Owner of LifeStyle Homes, headquartered in Melbourne, Florida. A long-time EEBA member and advocate for high-performance building, Karen brings extensive experience in builder engagements, marketing, and building science, particularly in hot-humid climates. Her leadership reflects EEBA’s commitment to... read more
 

Carrier's Sustainable and High-Efficiency Solutions for Home Builders

Celebrating Earth Day
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As we celebrate Earth Month, it's important to recognize the role that sustainable and high-efficiency solutions play in protecting our planet. Carrier, a global leader in intelligent climate and energy solutions, is dedicated to providing innovative products for home builders that reduce environmental impact and drive progress for the planet. This Earth Month, let's explore how Carrier is making a difference with its commitment to sustainability. High-Efficiency Solutions for a Greener Future Carrier's high-efficiency solutions are designed to meet the needs of both single and multi-family real estate owners. The Infinity Heat Pump with Greenspeed Technology is a prime example of Carrier's innovative approach to energy-efficient heating and cooling. This heat pump operates efficiently at lower temperatures and uses electricity instead of fossil fuels, which can help reduce carbon emissions and overall energy costs compared to a gas furnace. In dual fuel applications, building ... read more
 

Earth Day Feature ERTH360

At EEBA, we’re proud to have innovators in our community like ERTH360, a solutions provider for homebuilders committed to creating healthier homes. ERTH360’s holistic approach, rooted in the science of building biology, focuses on using natural building materials, abundant ventilation, natural light, and humidity control to promote health and well-being. Their mission is simple yet powerful: Everyone deserves to live in a home that nurtures their health. This commitment to healthier living spaces is why we were thrilled to honor the Empire x ERTH360 Discovery Home with the 2024 EEBA Excellence Award for Healthier Homes! This groundbreaking project, designed and built by ERTH360 and Empire Communities, serves as a proof-of-concept for how innovative design, materials, and processes can redefine production homebuilding to prioritize health, wellness, and sustainability. Learn more about the Discovery Home: Visit the ERTH360 website. And don’t miss our interview with Andrew ... read more