Central Vacuum Systems: Not Just for New Homes
Almost one-third of all central vacuums sold in the United States are installed in existing homes...
Green Builder Media
Expert news and articles about building science, green products, renewable energy and more.
Pros and Cons of Earthen Masonry Heating Systems
As an alternative to straight up passive solar design, super-efficient masonry heaters may make...
LEDs Are Challenging Reliance on Planned Product Obsolescence
There's nothing green about planned obsolescence of any building product. LEDs force manufacturers...
Carbon Smart Straw Bale Structural Insulated Panels
Building Energy Efficient and Carbon Smart with Prefab Straw Bale Green Builders who are motivated...
Step-by-Step Manual Details Construction of Hempcrete Structures
New book explains everything you need to know about "Hempcrete." Hempcrete (or hemp-lime, as it’s...
Hardwood Floors over Radiant Flooring: Risks & Alternatives
Installing hardwood floors directly over a concrete slab containing radiant tubing is risky....
Insulation Alternative: Hempcrete
Creating locally sourced lime and clay binders for use in hempcrete. Hempcrete (a mix of chopped...
New EPA-Certified Wood Stoves Burn Cleaner
Consider these points when replacing your old wood stove. Smoke from residential wood heaters...
A Deep Energy Retrofit Brings ReNEWW House HERS Score to Near Zero
The first phase of the ambitious ReNEWW House project has slashed this home’s HERS score to near...
Power Your Cordless Tools with this DIY Solar Charging Station
The key is to skip the inverter and power directly from 12-volt batteries. Solar-powered charging...
The Age of the Pool is Over. Long Live the Spool!
If your client wants a swimming pool, try talking them into a sustainable spa instead. Swimming...
Tankless Water Heating and Geothermal? The Perfect Match
Combining these time-tested technologies can be a big energy saver. HAVING A 50 OR 80 GALLON TANK...
Passive Solar and Earth-Bermed Homes Have a Chance
Some energy-saving ideas from the 1970s are much more viable now, thanks to new products and...
