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Wells At Risk of Going Dry in the U.S. and Worldwide
Groundwater levels are declining as pumping increases
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Insulating and Venting a Shed Roof
The original plan calls for a layer of rigid foam insulation in the roof assembly. Will that help?
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The Concrete-Free Floating-Plywood Slab Assembly
Watch builder Josh Salinger show how to reduce the environmental impact of a new home by omitting the concrete from the ground-level floors
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The BS* + Beer Show: Breweries and Building Science
Learn about the ins and outs of brewing some of Maine's best-loved beer
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All About Roof Venting
Not all roofs need to be vented—but if you decide to vent your roof, get the details right
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What Determines Indoor Carbon Dioxide Levels?
A number of factors can influence CO2 concentrations in a building. Knowing what they are and how ventilation requirements change depending on circumstances is a good first step toward healthy indoor air quailty.
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Has the Era of ‘Peak Oil’ Arrived?
Facing new setbacks and more electric vehicles, big oil companies may have reached their peak
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A Builder’s Home, Done Right
Starting with stock plans, a builder prioritized envelope details and made modifications to fit his family and their future
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Energy-Smart HVAC
How this cutting-edge, energy-lean mechanical system heats and cools a new home
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Code Council Pushing Merits of Newest Energy Code
A new campaign is aimed at getting one-third of Americans covered by the 2021 version in the next two years