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A Certification Program for Net Zero Energy Projects
Launched at Greenbuild, the International Living Future Institute’s Net Zero Energy Building Certification program aims to formally recognize NZE performance
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Solar Raises Its Voice in the Job Market
Despite competitive pressures and the failure of Solyndra, the solar-industry workforce has more than doubled since 2009
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USGBC Announces 2011 LEED for Homes Awards
Residential construction projects in several categories take a bow at the GreenBuild conference in Toronto
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The Government’s Final Word on Problem Drywall
The Consumer Product Safety Commission issues guidance for those who own homes afflicted with Chinese drywall
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Did Fallout from the Solyndra Debacle Lead to Canceled Loan Guarantees?
SolarCity says its failure to receive a DOE loan guarantee is tied to Solyndra’s bankruptcy, but the DOE says Solyndra is not a factor
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A PACE Approach to Commercial Retrofits
While PACE programs for residential retrofits have met resistance from Fannie and Freddie, a similar business-backed initiative for commercial properties shows promise
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A Production Builder Offers Net-Zero-Energy Homes
KB Home’s ZeroHouse 2.0 includes photovoltaic power and energy-efficiency measures that go well beyond Energy Star requirements
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Solar Decathlon 2011: Let the Competition Begin
As the teams make final preparations to receive visitors, three team representatives discuss key concepts and challenges
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Joe Lstiburek’s Airtightness Goals
The renowned building engineer explains why the Passivhaus limit of 0.6 ach50 is just fine — except when it isn’t
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Study: Codes Really Can Improve Energy Efficiency
New research shows that state energy codes have a positive impact on residential construction details and performance