Blogs- Page 36 of 598
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Shallow Energy Retrofits, Part 1
Targeting problem areas for upgrades can be either insufficient for preventing future issues, or a prudent choice and smart investment
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Bringing a Niche Product to a Mass Market
How a California robotics startup is looking to scale up the reclaimed lumber market
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Paris When It Sizzles: The City of Light Aims to Get Smart on Heat
With its zinc roofs and minimal tree cover, Paris was not built to handle the new era of extreme heat. Now, like other cities worldwide, it is looking at ways to adapt to rising temperatures — planting rooftop terraces, rethinking its pavements, and greening its boulevards.
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Planning for Back-up Power
What is the best electric panel configuration to service a house during a power outage?
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Form and Function: Pretty Good Design
A look at how a house's size and shape impact performance, cost, and aesthetic appeal
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Grilles, Registers, and Diffusers Part 2: Return Air Pathways
Solutions to avoid pressurization problems related to closed interior doors
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Does Radon Really Cause Lung Cancer?
Establishing the risk for homeowners based on radon level, exposure time, and personal behaviors
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To Code or Not to Code
The 2024 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) is near completion, but should consumer choice take precedent?
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Four Reasons Why K-12 Schools Are Warming Up to Heat Pumps
Transitioning to modern all-electric HVAC systems in schools is a game-changer for student health and learning.
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How Good is Wood?
Comparing the repercussions of building with wood over concrete and steel
