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Why Energy Efficiency Matters More than Ever
Transitioning to all-electric power for our homes and vehicles means increased demand for already-limitied clean, renewable energy, which makes energy efficiency critical
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Alternatives to Zip System Sheathing
The increased costs of OSB have led high performance–home builders to search for replacement products that integrate sheathing, insulation, and water and air control layers. Here are a few.
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Flames Aren’t the Only Risk in Urban Wildfires
Houses that survive wildfires may carry indoor health risks for their owners
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Odor Control Between Floors
How to prevent the smell of marijuana from entering your unit
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Residential Energy Tax Credits
The IRS answers lingering questions regarding Inflation Reduction Act requirements
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Should You Encapsulate Your Crawlspace?
Considerations include bulk water management and combustion appliances
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Reasons Electrical Panels Rust
Building diagnostics help determine the causes of corrosion in electrical boxes
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Hydrogen Holds Promise as a Natural Gas Replacement in the U.K.
But many challenges remain before it can become a serious option
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Shrinking Supplies of Old Newspapers Challenge Cellulose Manufacturers
Recycled cardboard boxes are stepping into the breach
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Using the BEAM Estimator
Comparing two house plans reveals how the new carbon calculator can help reduce a project’s emissions
