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Will the Supreme Court Kill the Smart Grid?
An obscure federal policy called ‘Order 745’ is key to the debate over demand response
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An Interview With a Solar Guru
Solar finance wizard David Arfin wonders, ‘Why should people have to prepay their electricity bill for 30 years?’
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One Man’s Quest for Energy Independence — Part 1
A Wisconsin homeowner embarks on an 18-year journey to turn a basic ranch into a showcase of energy efficiency completely free of fossil fuels
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Solar Power Can Cut Consumers’ Bills and Still be Good for Utilities
Privately owned photovoltaic arrays allow utilities to realize savings and increase profits, even though the PV owners are purchasing less electricity
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A Low-Energy House for Northern Minnesota
A self-described ‘architect and building science nerd’ designs an affordable house that takes advantage of the sun
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The Four Keys to a High-Performance Home
Connecticut builder Michael Trolle wraps up his series on building his own Passivhaus home with a look at its four essential design ingredients
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Windows, Housewrap, and Roofing Underlayment
Brian and Kyra make progress on their house in the White Mountains
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Will Tidal and Wave Energy Live Up to Their Potential?
Solar and wind are growing, but another renewable energy source with vast potential continues to lag far behind
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Building an Airtight Envelope
In Connecticut, Michael Trolle continues construction of his Passivhaus home with a roof, insulation, and high-performance windows from Europe
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Are We Recycling Too Much of Our Trash?
Recycling up to 10% appears to reduce social costs, but any recycling over 10% costs the environment and the economy more than it helps