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An Encouraging Study on Energy Code Compliance
Preliminary results from a Department of Energy field study show that new houses are doing a pretty good job of meeting code requirements
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Efficiency Standards, Zero-Emission Vehicles, and Renewable Bio Gas
A roundup of recent developments in green building
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Solar Panels Cause a Stir in Rhode Island Town
A restaurant gets permits and installs photovoltaic panels on its roof, but now faces a legal challenge over aesthetics
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Large LEED Community Under Development in Florida
When complete, the subdivision will include 160 housing units that the developer hopes will meet the LEED-Platinum standard
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Retail Net Metering Will End in Nevada
In the wake of the decision, SolarCity announces that it will cease sales and installations in the state and close its new training center
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Water Risks Higher in Green Buildings, Report Finds
Water conservation measures increase the age of water in plumbing systems, leading to higher levels of bacteria
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Green Building Database to Expand
The Northwest EcoBuilding Guild launches a fund-raising campaign to broaden its educational efforts and quicken the adoption of innovative designs
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Vermont Utility Is the First to Offer Tesla Battery
Green Mountain Power wants to install 500 systems in 2016
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Congress Poised to Give Renewables a Big Boost
A spending deal due for a vote this week would keep tax credits for solar and wind projects on the books for several more years
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San Diego Sees 100% Renewables Ahead
The city council votes unanimously to transition completely to electricity from renewable sources by 2035