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Financing Solar Power, Part 2
If you want clean energy but owning a PV array is not in the cards, tapping into a community solar farm could be an option
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Water-Saving Fixtures: An Updated Selection
A roundup of products designed for water conservation that starts at the tap
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When and When Not to DIY
If saving money is the main motivation, you might want to rethink that do-it-yourself project. Start by asking yourself these questions.
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Choosing Windows: Condensation Resistance
Learn how to use information from two performance rating systems to select windows that will stay dry in given environmental conditions
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What to do With an Unused Chimney
Remove it entirely, take it down to the attic floor, or cap it—what is the best option?
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Book Review: ‘Designing the Forest and Other Mass Timber Futures’
A synopsis of salient points made in favor of forest biodiversity and mass timber development
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Federal Definition of ‘Zero Emissions Buildings’ Released
The U.S. Department of Energy outlines Part 1 of its definition, which focuses on operational emissions; more comprehensive addendums are in progress.
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Structural Thermal Break
A load-bearing TIM plate installed between flanged steel connections reduces heat loss from thermal bridging
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Subfloor Sheathing
Of all the sublfooring materials on the market, OSB most consistently ensures a solid, squeakless, even finished floor
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A Cluster of New Home Failures in Ontario
A lawsuit alleges that several of these new homes suffer from major structural issues, HVAC problems, roof leaks, siding leaks, and mold
