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Online Thermal Images Show Ceiling Heat Leaks
Thermal images of thousands of roofs show some residents of Calgary, Alberta, where their ceilings are leaking energy
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Recent Changes to LEED for Homes — Part 2
Why does Version 4 of LEED for Homes reward low-density single-family developments? And why do garages earn ‘bike storage’ credits?
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Cut-and-Cobble Insulation
Does it ever make sense to cut rigid foam into strips and insert the strips between your studs or rafters?
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Arizona Approves New Fee for Solar Customers
Owners of PV systems will pay a new $5 monthly fee — less than the amount sought by Arizona Public Service — and the solar industry declares victory
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Ethanol Under Fire
Producing ethanol from corn yields a poor energy return on investment and has negative impacts on ecosystems in the Midwest
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FTC Gets Tougher on Green Product Claims
The federal consumer protection bureau promises more action against companies that make deceptive environmental claims
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The 2015 IECC Recognizes Home Energy Ratings
With a specific HERS Index for each climate zone, the new energy code provides home builders with an alternate compliance path
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BuildingGreen Names Year’s Top Ten Products
The publisher cites 10 innovative green products, including mineral wool insulation, a new LED light bulb, and a remarkable inverter for grid-connected PV systems
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Air Leaks in Homes Insulated With Spray Foam
After using spray foam to create an air barrier in an older brick home, we were surprised to discover a high rate of air leakage
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Don’t Hire a Cleaning Crew to Wash Your Solar Panels
Paying to have photovoltaic panels cleaned will cost more than the extra energy is worth
