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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
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My Top 10 Building Science and Energy Efficiency Ideas of 2015
A year-end review of the articles and ideas that made me think
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Retail Net Metering Will End in Nevada
In the wake of the decision, SolarCity announces that it will cease sales and installations in the state and close its new training center
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A Socioeconomic Context for Ice Dams
As another New England winter approaches, a few thoughts on one of the season's scourges
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Water Risks Higher in Green Buildings, Report Finds
Water conservation measures increase the age of water in plumbing systems, leading to higher levels of bacteria
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New, Vented Crawl Spaces Should Be Illegal
Most building science research condemns the classic vented crawl space, at least in certain climate zones, even if the crawl space meets code