As the holiday season arrives, it’s a perfect time to celebrate local artisans and sustainable brands in Austin. East Austin, known for its vibrant and eclectic community, offers a range of shopping options that highlight unique, eco-friendly, and handcrafted goods. This season, make your...
For the first time, Texas has surpassed California to claim the No. 1 spot for the most utility-scale solar capacity in the United States. As of Q2 2024, Texas added 1,656 megawatts (MW) of solar power, bringing its total to an impressive 21,932 MW, according to the American Clean Power...
Like every new residential development, the vision starts with the land. To make our vision for a sustainable community like Whisper Valley a reality, we had to create a new kind of geothermal infrastructure that was easy and affordable for the developer to install upfront with the other utilities....
When the idea for Whisper Valley in East Austin was first conceived, developer Taurus Investment Holdings, LLC knew it was going to create a paradigm shift in the housing industry by addressing how to build better homes. Although it was not the first-time communities used geothermal and solar...
Whisper Valley homes are unique in the Austin market in that they utilize geothermal energy for heating and cooling. The community features a geothermal district system called the GeoGrid™ that is part of the infrastructure, similar to the community-wide water, sewer and electric utility...
There is a growing interest in sustainable living in Austin, TX, and nationwide. People are looking for ways to reduce their environmental impact and live more sustainably. One way to do this is by making your home more energy efficient. With these new features, our home builders have made...
A new article by Newsweek proclaims Texas as the greenest state of all. Texas is the only state in the U.S. that generates more than a third of its electricity from wind and solar energy – generating 55 percent more renewable energy than California, according to Luke Metzger, Executive Director...
Living a zero-waste lifestyle has become increasingly popular, and Austin, with its vibrant community and commitment to sustainability, is an ideal place to embrace eco-friendly practices. From reducing single-use plastics to supporting local businesses, here are some tips and tricks to embark on a...
Austin — renowned for its vibrant culture, live music scene, and tech industry — is now making waves in another realm: the rise of eco-friendly businesses. As sustainability becomes a focal point for consumers, entrepreneurs in Austin are embracing environmentally conscious practices,...
Fall is in the air! If you are trying to reduce your carbon footprint and switch to a greener lifestyle, there are numerous ways you can be more conscious during the change of seasons. Read on for a few tips to help you lead a sustainable lifestyle this fall. Reuse Your Leaves As you begin to...