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Will Tidal and Wave Energy Live Up to Their Potential?
Solar and wind are growing, but another renewable energy source with vast potential continues to lag far behind
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Court Rejects New Solar Fees in Wisconsin
The ruling derails plans by We Energies to begin charging new fees to customers who own photovoltaic systems
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Boilers Don’t Boil
Nearly all boilers used for residential heating just make hot water, not steam
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Homeowner Groups Are (Still) Battling Solar
In California, PV installers complain that hassles with homeowner associations mean application delays and homeowner frustration
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Building an Airtight Envelope
In Connecticut, Michael Trolle continues construction of his Passivhaus home with a roof, insulation, and high-performance windows from Europe
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Meet Canada’s Newest LEED Platinum Home
This demonstration house in Quebec is designed to use $2.30 in energy per day — including the commute to work
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Are We Recycling Too Much of Our Trash?
Recycling up to 10% appears to reduce social costs, but any recycling over 10% costs the environment and the economy more than it helps
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Passive House Days Are Coming Up
For two days in November, building owners throw open their doors to demonstrate the advantages of this approach to energy-efficient design
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A Backyard Test of Liquid-Applied Flashings
Water sprayed from a garden hose won’t cause leaks — but standing water will
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This Vermont Park Is Going Off-Grid
The state's largest electric utility selects the park for a solar and battery power system to ease maintenance and repair costs
