New Initiative Will Help Make American Homes More Efficient
The Obama Administration today announced a set of initiatives designed to help Americans make their homes more energy efficient and take advantage of solar...
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The latest opinion and analysis from NRDC’s science, legal, and policy experts.
Fannie Mae's new energy loan: promising even though limited
When Fannie Mae announced its new HomeStyle Energy loan I offered colleagues an assessment that at first seemed contradictory. I suspect few borrowers are...
Will the giants of housing finance become "green" giants?
Change does not come easily at the three large housing finance agencies - the Federal Housing Administration (FHA), Fannie Mae, and Freddie Mac. But all three...
Feeling proud of the City of New Orleans... for smart energy policy.
Residents of New Orleans famously love their city for all its color, life, soul, music, and rich heritage. The New Orleans City Council took action today that...
Could high-efficiency homes turn a mortgage backed security into a green bond?
Could mortgage backed securities (MBS), backed by loans for high-efficiency houses, be the "impact investment" many investors are seeking? If so, the MBS, the...
Utilities should stop driving with the brakes on! Give building owners information on energy use.
Many electric utilities have contradictory policies in place. It's like they are trying to drive forward while pushing on the brakes. On October 8, 2015,...