Solar on Factory-Built Homes Allows for Testing, Optimization
Innovative energy management and the latest in solar power and storage contribute to the...
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Expert news and articles about building science, green products, renewable energy and more.
Build a Battery Backup for Home Heating for Under $600
This affordable homemade system activates instantly when the power goes out, and can be set up...
Take the Lead Pledge
IAPMO encourages participation in a global effort to eliminate lead from drinking water supply...
Watch: Learn How Lighting Aids in Architectural Design
Energy efficient lighting from Lamps Plus functions seamlessly at beautifully designed off-grid...
Imagination Activists: The Panacea for Climate Change?
The UN issued a profoundly dire report on climate change, insisting that we still have an...
Sustainable Products of the Year
Green Builder magazine’s editor-in-chief elucidates his choices for this year’s Sustainable...
A Review of 5 Carbon Calculators
Which calculators are best for quantifying the emissions of single-family homes? A common challenge...
A New Climate Reality
Our planetary future is uncertain. But we might still change course in time. In 2019, when David...
A Pandemic Labor Shortage Epilogue?
Pre- or post-COVID-19, dealing with labor and supply issues is as challenging as ever. New year,...
The New Electric-Powered Home
With all-electric homes, it’s a case of common sense: electrify, and they will buy. Given that...
The Energy Marketplace Changes Gear
Times are changing, and so will consumer engagement with energy. One of my colleagues said it best:...
Scandals Tarnish Resellers of Hardwood Flooring
One company, in contrast, shows how to raise the bar with attention to chain of custody and...
Watch: How to Integrate Indoor and Outdoor Space Sustainably
Homeowner interest in outdoor living space has skyrocketed in recent years. What features are most...
