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U.S. Team Wins Solar Decathlon Middle East
Students from Virginia Polytechnic Institute beat 14 other teams to take top honors in this design competition
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Power Outages Grew Longer in 2017
The average cumulative loss of electricity for U.S. customers in 2017 nearly doubled compared to the previous year, a new report says
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Airbnb Will Design Its Own Houses
The company envisions homes that are designed and built for sharing
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As Wildfires Get Bigger and Deadlier, Insurance Is Harder to Find
The size and frequency of wildfires in California has put pressure on insurance companies and homeowners alike
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Tiny Houses in the Woods
A startup company called Getaway creates clusters of rural cabins and encourages people to unplug and unwind
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Solar Installer Will Train Its Own Electricians
A dearth of skilled construction labor, including electricians, is hampering businesses nationwide
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Building Better for Less
Michigan Habitat chapter wins the Housing Innovation Award for a low-cost, high-performance home
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School Water Often Goes Untested for Lead
A new report shows that most states do not require that school drinking water be tested for lead
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The Curious Case of the Imploding Windows
Insulated glass units purchased in Canada deform and break years later after their installation in Europe. Why?
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Building Materials Supplier Updates E-Book Series
The developing series of instructional guides will cover a variety of enclosure types and highlight use of natural materials