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All-Electric Net-Zero Model Home
One house in a New Urbanism–inspired Colorado neighborhood demonstrates how to get to net-zero
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Forcing U.S. Companies to Detail Their Impact on Climate
Lawsuits already threatened as a federal agency weighs mandatory disclosure rules
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Plywood vs. OSB
An updated review of two of the most common sheathing products
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Hooking Up to the Grid
After 46 years of off-grid living, we decided to bring powerlines to our house
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Testing Construction Tapes, Part 1
A backyard experiment comparing pressure-sensitive adhesives
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Continuous Control Layers for a Cathedral Ceiling
A detail for ensuring water, air, vapor, and thermal management at key transitions between wall and roof
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Habitat for Humanity Chapter Commits to a Zero-Energy Future
After successfully building its first DOE Zero Energy Ready Home, Hartford Habitat sees net-zero as a fundamental goal for affordable-home builders
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Financing for Energy-Efficiency Upgrades
Two programs, although not available in every state, help homeowners pay for upgrades while lowering monthly energy bills
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Replacing the Heating System in an Old House
蒸汽散热器nd spotty insulation make for a challenging HVAC problem
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Water Leak Detectors
Smart devices are more than a leak alarm, they can help you understand your water usage and diagnose plumbing problems