600,000th Home Receives National Green Building Standard Certification

Home Innovation Research Labs recently announced the 600,000th green home to receive ICC-700 National Green Building Standard (NGBS) certification. With the recent addition, this is the first time in history that more than 100,000 homes have been certified in a single year. The 600,000th certified home is a renovation of a single-family residence in Baton Rouge, La. The home received NGBS Green certification at the Emerald level, which is the highest tier and recognizes exceptional performance in energy efficiency, water conservation, and sustainability. Additionally, it is the first home to receive the NGBS Green +RESILIENCE certification, which was earned for its resilience against natural disasters.

"This year’s milestone is a testament to the increasing demand for sustainable, high-performing homes," said Michelle Foster, Vice President of Sustainability at Home Innovation Research Labs. "The certification of 600,000 homes—achieved in record time—shows that builders, developers, and homeowners are embracing green building as a critical part of addressing today’s environmental challenges while delivering better living environments for future generations." Read more