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Green Builder Media is excited to announce an initiative that aims to empower building professionals in understanding and tackling the pressing issues surrounding housing affordability and innovation this spring. The organization will be hosting four purpose-driven events, which include three in-person workshops and one engaging virtual webinar.

Upcoming Events:

• - April 22, 2026 (9 AM – 5 PM CT): Housing 2.0 Seminar: Six Strategies for Better Homes at Lower Costs will take place at the Greater Houston Home Builders Association in Houston. This day-long workshop will be led by Sam Rashkin, a prominent housing expert. Here, builders will be provided with innovative strategies to create superior homes at reduced costs while enhancing efficiency and elevating the buyer experience. Interested participants can register here.

• - May 6, 2026 (2 PM – 3 PM ET): Join us for a virtual webinar titled 30 Years of ENERGY STAR for Homes: Inside the Origin Story. This special conversation will feature notable contributors such as Sam Rashkin, Dr. Howard Bashford, and Daran Wastchak. They will delve into the inception of the ENERGY STAR program and discuss the lasting impacts on today's building performance standards. Registration details can be found here.

• - May 8, 2026 (9 AM – 4:30 PM MT): Set your calendar for the Seven Habits of Highly Effective Builders workshop at the University of Denver. This collaborative event with the University of Denver and HBA of Metro Denver is specifically tailored for builders seeking to navigate the complexities of affordability and market challenges via sustainable homebuilding practices. Sign up here.

• - May 11, 2026 (10 AM – 11:30 AM PT): We invite you to participate in Reclaiming Affordability: Dynamic Discussion and Networking in Las Vegas. This conversation, hosted alongside NV Energy, SWEEP, and SNHBA, will present an open discourse on the essence of affordability in today's housing market, the pitfalls of "affordable" homes that underperform, and how climate-related risks are redefining housing value. You can learn more about this event here.

About Green Builder Media

Established as a trusted voice in the building sector, Green Builder Media has become North America’s leading media enterprise dedicated to sustainable living and green building practices. Through an array of channels, including a magazine, website, and podcasts, the organization offers valuable insights and actionable information aimed at both consumers and builders looking to construct and remodel homes using environmentally-friendly practices. Be part of this movement towards better building practices and sustainable living by joining us at our spring events!