Blogs- Page 113 of 592
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The BS* + Beer Show: HRVs and ERVs
A rundown of the basics and a short walk into the weeds
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Revisiting the Sunrise House in Fairbanks
Thorsten Chlupp sold his superinsulated house
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Materials Matter
The products you choose, how you work with them, and how you put them together are all important to achieving “green” outcomes
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A Closer Look at Concrete
Too dangerous to keep using, too useful to omit altogether
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Why Bioplastics Will Not Solve the World’s Plastics Problem
Bioplastics are being touted by industry marketeers as the solution to plastics pollution. But the story line is wishful thinking.
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A Holistic Approach to Housing
Hillside Center for Sustainable Living positions itself as a model for sustainable community development
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The BS* + Beer Show: What About Sealants?
An expert look at a common product type
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A Roundup of Air-Sealing Products
Tapes, sealants and gaskets all have a role in building airtight houses
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Understanding Manual J Occupant Loads
How many people? Where and when do they get counted? How much do they contribute?
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Urban Rustic: Evaluating the Success of Passive-Solar-Design Strategies
Tracking the sun around all four sides of our house, inside and out, has proven the value of passive solar design in a cold climate