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Pretty Good, Not So Big Maine House
A couple decides to shed a house that's too big and build a smaller, more energy-efficient version nearby
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The Sun Also Rises in the Southeast
After a slow start, the potential for clean power in Georgia and Florida is enormous
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Canned Lighting Conundrum
Lessons learned from installing dozens of the new SlimSurface LED light fixtures
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Get Ready for a New Energy Code
The 2015 version of the International Energy Conservation Code promises only marginal gains in efficiency
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Nine Surprising Signs That Momentum Is Building for Climate Action
While huge obstacles remain, there are indications in the U.S. and around the world that progress is possible
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Is Passivhaus Right for a Cold Canadian Climate?
An owner-builder runs the numbers and wonders whether the strict requirements of the Passivhaus standard make sense for his new house in Saskatchewan
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The Case for Continuous Insulation
Building codes now recognize the increasing use of exterior rigid foam insulation
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Healthy People Live With Trees
Trees offer many benefits in urban environments, but not everyone lives in a neighborhood where you’ll find them
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The Warm West, Cold East Divide
Wonder why the West was so warm and the East was so cold last winter? Climate scientists have a few ideas, but a big question is what's ahead.
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Steve Mouzon on the New Business of Business
If you are willing to be patient, giving things away can often help your bottom line