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Making the Case for Resilient Design
Because of climate change and the risk of terrorism, our homes and communities should be designed to be resilient to extended loss of power, interruptions in heating and transportation fuel, and shortages of water
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Back from Sabbatical
A 2,000-mile bike trip through the Southwest kindles a focus on ‘resilient design’
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Sniffing Out House Problems
Sometimes your nose is the best defense against thermal and moisture defects
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New Blowing Agent Addresses Climate Impact of Foam Insulation
New chemicals could dramatically reduce the global warming potential of some foam insulation
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Top 10 Air Leaks in Existing Homes – Part 2
More common spots to look for holes in your building
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A New Way to Generate Solar Electricity
And other new ways to make and save energy — a roundup of research
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Top 10 Air Leaks in Existing Homes — Part 1
The caulk and spray foam are ready — where are the leaks?
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A Heating Fuel Cost Comparison Calculator
An online calculator makes it easy to compare the costs of heating with natural gas, propane, oil, electricity, and firewood
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Wood Stoves: Safety First
Wood stoves provide reliable heat, but make sure that yours is safe and efficient
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Top 10 Green Building Products for 2011
BuildingGreen announces its annual picks of the most innovative products