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AARP reveals proposals for national plan on aging

Housing Wire

population , and the trend that will see 20% of all Americans become at least the age of 65 by 2030. homes have key accessibility features (down from 4% in 2011 ), a national plan on aging can help develop universal design standards to address these challenges that will become more pronounced as the population ages.

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Room-By-Room Guide to Eco-Friendly Home Modifications and Renovations

Raleigh Realty

Just like a garage or a carport, environmental home renovations help to improve home value. By 2030, solar power could provide up to 13 of the world’s energy. For example, you might implement energy-efficient light fixtures when designing a “glam” room, or as the final touch in a guest bedroom. million homes.

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8 Sustainability Trends Driving Commercial Real Estate for Earth Day

The Robert Weiler Company

Commercial real estate developers are ensuring that the goal of Earth Day is being met, as evidenced by widespread initiatives in green design and sustainable building. Upgrades to existing buildings brought an even bigger reduction in operating costs globally, with green renovations at 11.5% savings over five years.

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Top 5 Commercial Real Estate Trends in BC

D Fritz Appraisals

A few of the incentives and programs leading the way when it comes to cleaner building include: BC Energy Step Code – The BC Building Code requires a 20% energy efficiency improvement for most new builds in BC Vancouver’s Zero Emissions Building Plan (ZEB) – A plan to transition to zero-emission new construction by 2030 BC Hydro’s Power (..)

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How New Hampshire is looking to alleviate its housing crisis

Housing Wire

Based on the states estimated population growth, nearly 60,000 more housing units are needed between 2020 and 2030, while nearly 90,000 units are needed between 2020 and 2040. This is based on an estimate that some 52,500 households will be added between 2020 and 2030, or roughly 74,400 between 2020 and 2040.

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