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Fusing Green and Universal Design
These two design approaches are totally compatible
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Ontario Plans Building Code Revisions
Proposed changes support government efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and improve energy efficiency
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Raised-Heel Trusses Make Better Enclosures
This is another easy advanced framing technique for every home with roof trusses
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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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Hack Turns Amazon Echo Into a Wiretap
Researcher shows older models of the wi-fi device can stream audio to a distant server without the owner's knowledge
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There’s Rot in the Roof
An unvented low-slope roof is showing signs of water damage. What’s the best fix?
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Ten Common Mistakes Made By New Home Builders
These bad ideas should have been buried long ago; the problem is, they’re not dead yet
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Making Buildings With Plywood Frames
A team from Clemson University develops a method of assembling buildings with interlocking plywood components held together with metal zip ties
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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