Recent Articles
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Net-Zero Families, Not Net-Zero Homes
Natural gas may not save us from global warming, but families can make a difference
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Utility Wind Energy: Bad News for Bears
Stormwater and habitat impacts of big wind projects can be huge
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Building for Reduced Flood Risk
Siting, design, and materials choices can all mitigate risk where flooding is a danger
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Garbage Disposal, Compost, or Landfill?
Comparing the global warming impact of several food scrap disposal options
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Some Home ‘Improvements’ Cry Out for Unimprovement
Low-cost window replacement jobs and sloppy attic insulation work are examples of home improvement jobs that never should have happened
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Energy Upgrade or 401(k)?
Paying for energy savings now (through retrofits) may be smarter than more conventional investment strategies
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Replace That Window?
It usually makes more sense to repair rather than replace existing windows — unless your windows are in really bad shape
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Plastic Film Kits, Insulated Shades, and Interior Storm Windows
Choosing window attachments that (actually) keep heat in
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Window Shades, Blinds, and Awnings
How to choose window modifications to prevent summertime overheating
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Repaying Debt in an Era of Energy Scarcity
Why isn’t homebuilding rebounding? What’s the true value of a gallon of gasoline? (Hint: a lot more than $4.)
