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Off-Grid in Canada: What We Did for Heat
In retrospect, the author's initial choice for a heating system probably wasn't the best
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Study Finds That Green Certification Reaps Rewards
A study of commercial real estate suggests that investing in green features makes for happier tenants who are willing to pay higher rents
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A Researcher Looks at Insulated Roof Assemblies
Investigating a variety of vented and unvented roof assemblies, Kohta Ueno figures out what works and what doesn’t
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Solar Panels That Don’t Look Like Solar Panels
SolarSkin panels mimic the look of grass, tile, wood shingles — even Elvis
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Fannie Mae’s Financing for Solar is a Game Changer
Mortgage companies play an important role in making photovoltaic systems more affordable and accessible for homeowners
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An Easy Way to Seal Electrical Boxes
This cardboard shell wraps around the box and serves as a form for expanding foam
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The Third Time’s the Charm
Sometimes it takes a village (and a lot of time) to build a house
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Mounting Baseboard Heaters Unconventionally
An apartment building owner considers mounting electric heaters well off the floor and using ceiling fans to distribute heat
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Comparing the Properties of Insulation Materials
It’s time to update our summaries of insulation R-values and permeance ratings in light of researchers’ recent findings
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Medical Group Warns of Health Threats from White LED Street Lights
The American Medical Association says LEDs with too much blue light can disrupt circadian rhythms