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The BS* + Beer Show: Permanent Wood Foundations (PWFs)
Though not a new assembly method, PWFs are a possible solution to a modern-day problem—the heavy use of concrete
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Egress Windows and Air Conditioners
If a bedroom has just one window, is it legal to install a window-mounted air conditioner?
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High-Performance Building Enclosures
Invest in a sound envelope by making smart design choices and prioritizing control layers
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The Science of Batteries
It started with copper and iron, but the future of batteries is likely lithium ion
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Wildfires Leave Toxic Drinking Water Behind
Changes to building codes could lower the risk of water contamination
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Building for a Benchmark
Turning challenges into opportunities, TC Legend Homes secures Built Green certification for this new build in Seattle.
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The BS* + Beer Show: Diagnostic Tools
Green building pros Doug Horgan and Randy Williams share insight into some commonly used data-collecting gadgets
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Research Bolsters Hopes for Radiant Cooling
Demonstration project tests a 60-year-old theory on radiant cooling without the risks of condensation
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Improving Indoor Air With a DIY Portable Air Cleaner
You will need a box fan, MERV-13+ filters, cardboard, and tape
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A Revolution in Building
Houses are becoming more complicated, material options are multiplying, and our workforce is stretched thin. We can all do more to help.