Blogs- Page 244 of 593
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Benefits of Acetylated Lumber
Acetylated lumber wins accolades for its performance and small environmental footprint, but getting a foothold in the market can be tough
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A Superinsulated House from 1984
This 32-year-old Vermont house has double-stud walls, triple-glazed windows, and exceptional air sealing details
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Banish ‘Payback’
Call the money you spend an ‘investment’ rather than ‘costs that must be recovered’
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Does Cheaper Solar Mean We Can Forget Efficiency?
The ramifications of the falling cost of photovoltaic systems
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New Oil Discoveries Add to Glut
Recent finds in Alaska and Texas point to low prices for years to come, even as many environmentalists push to keep fossil fuels in the ground
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Ten Things You Need to Know About the New U.S. Chemicals Law
The updated Toxic Substances Control Act brings new hope for protecting Americans’ health and the environment
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A House for Really Cold Winters
A Montreal firm designs a duplex for Inuit communities in far northern Quebec where winters make Maine look like Florida
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Questions About HVAC, Insulation, and Ventilation
As he prepares to move into a new home in a more humid climate, a homeowner looks for ways to minimize the risk of mold
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Passive House Symposium in Boston
The day-long event on October 15 features speakers and vendors
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Rural Construction Methods in Tropical Countries
Johan van Lengen’s book, The Barefoot Architect, is subtitled ‘A Handbook for Green Building’