Choosing Products and Materials for a Green Home
Product decisions are difficult to make. Finding a balance of performance and durability, embodied carbon and sustainability, style and cost is no small task. In this Expert Exchange, we sort through some common building materials, finish materials, appliances, and mechanical equipment to help you learn to choose materials wisely.
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SponsoredWebinar: Choosing Materials and Products for a Green Home
Experts share insights for making selections that will result in a high-performance building
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SponsoredChoosing a Healthier Paint
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SponsoredAlternatives to Petroleum-Based Insulation Products
A Montana-based architecture firm shares their approach to incorporating natural insulation materials for Passive House performance
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SponsoredAn Introduction to Vetting Sustainable Materials
A design consultant shares resources for choosing products for a healthy high-performance home with lower embodied carbon than its conventional counterpart
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SponsoredFive Factors of Good Building
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SponsoredInsulation Products for Green Homes
A list of insulation materials with the lowest impact on occupant health and the environment
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SponsoredMaterials for High-Performance Building Envelopes
A roundup of newer products being adopted by today’s green building–minded pros
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SponsoredThe Value of Choosing High-Performance Building Materials
Selecting products for healthy, energy-efficient, durable, and climate-smart homes
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