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An Encouraging Study on Energy Code Compliance
Preliminary results from a Department of Energy field study show that new houses are doing a pretty good job of meeting code requirements
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When Buildings Design Themselves
Automation could revolutionize architecture — by eliminating architects
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Efficiency Standards, Zero-Emission Vehicles, and Renewable Bio Gas
A roundup of recent developments in green building
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GBA Prime Sneak Peek: Green Building in the Cheap Energy Era
In 2016, green builders will need to face the implications of low energy prices
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Choosing a Superinsulated Wall System
As planning continues on a Canadian high-performance home, the owners take a look at their options for exterior walls
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Solar Panels or Exterior Foam?
A homeowner weighs the benefits of two possible energy upgrades to a pre-war Cape
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Solar Panels Cause a Stir in Rhode Island Town
A restaurant gets permits and installs photovoltaic panels on its roof, but now faces a legal challenge over aesthetics
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Green Building in the Cheap Energy Era
In 2016, green builders will need to face the implications of low energy prices
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Large LEED Community Under Development in Florida
When complete, the subdivision will include 160 housing units that the developer hopes will meet the LEED-Platinum standard
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One Man’s Quest for Energy Independence — Part 4
A last push to add more insulation on exterior walls and in the attic