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Flatrock Passive: A Well Insulated Slab
To minimize heat loss, both the stem walls and the slab are insulated with rigid foam
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Measuring Passive House Energy Performance
Monitoring data from two Passive House projects show the gap between predicted results and actual energy use
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Stranded In Our Own Communities
Transit deserts make it hard for people to find jobs and stay healthy
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To Net Zero and Beyond
Where are we, really, with zero-energy homes in the U.S. and Canada?
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Urban Rustic: Kneewalls, Subfloor, and Exterior Walls
Sealing all gaps, cracks and crevices proves an essential detail in limiting air leaks
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Fusing Green and Universal Design
These two design approaches are totally compatible
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The Airport House: Measuring Results
Wrapping up the series with a look at how well the house has performed
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How New Technologies Are Shrinking Wastewater’s Hefty Carbon Footprint
Communities looking to reduce fossil fuel use find opportunity in energy-hogging treatment plants
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The Next Step in Sustainable Design
Bringing the naturally changing movement of wind and water indoors helps people feel healthier
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Wolfe Island Passive: A Performance Report
‘The most airtight building in Ontario’ gets its energy-efficiency numbers