Climate
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Insulating a Partially Finished Basement
What’s the most efficient approach to insulating existing walls framed against the foundation?
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California’s Insurance Crisis is about to Get Worse
LA's wildfires are placing a greater strain on the state's insurance markets. Rebuilding efforts will require careful consideration of codes, regulations, and mitigation strategies.
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The Best Wall for North Georgia
To evaluate an assembly, consider the four control layers, our expert writes
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A Plumbing Feature Every Home Should Have
Install ball valves where they're easily accessible for emergency plumbing shutoffs where and when you need them
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The Importance of Regenerative Building Materials
A new report from the Living Future Institute highlights systems thinking and radical collaboration from the building community
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New York City’s Local Law 97 Begins Reporting Period
Concerns over costs and feasibility remain, but one startup has a retrofit solution that includes decarbonization of large buildings
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What Could Happen to the Inflation Reduction Act in the Next Trump Administration?
Many incentives are likely to remain, but when combined with new economic policies, the results could be mixed
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Running Bath Fans to Control Humidity
To know whether bath fans will help or hinder, compare the indoor and outdoor dew points
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10 Ways to Reduce Your Indoor Humidity
Get the low-hanging fruit that can help to lower humidity levels before you turn on a dehumidifier
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Passive House on Protected Land
This Montana homestead is a study in environmental stewardship and sustainable building practices
