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Energy Efficiency Groups Balk at New Appliance Rules

The Department of Energy (DOE) has proposed a rule change that would allow appliance manufacturers to opt out of energy efficiency testing, seriously undermining U.S. efficiency standards, an advocacy group…

Musings of an Energy Nerd

Insulating Behind Kneewalls

Although I wrote a 2012 article for Fine Homebuilding on ways to insulate the cramped attic behind a kneewall, I’ve never written such an article for GBA. So it’s clearly…

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Two Years After Devastating London Fire, Probe Drags On

Two years after fire roared through a public housing tower in London and killed 72 people, the type of insulated cladding thought to have contributed to the blaze is still…

Building Science

The Best Velocity for Moving Air Through Ducts, Part 1

It's obvious that moving air too quickly through ducts can be a problem. Faster air means more turbulence, more resistance, and more noise. But I run into a lot of…

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Energy Efficiency Incentives Need Updating

A broad coalition representing millions of Americans earlier this month urged Congress to modernize and extend expired energy efficiency tax incentives, touting the enormous, long-term benefits for both the industry…

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Three New Books on Green Building
May 24
Another Look at Embodied Carbon

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The Framers Botched Their Job on ZIP Sheathing
May 27
Should We Install a Whole-House Fan?
May 13
My Windows Were Installed Incorrectly. Now What?

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Energy Efficiency Incentives Need Updating
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Can We Prepare for Climate Impacts Without Creating Financial Chaos?
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In a Pinch, Choose Energy Efficiency Over Solar

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