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Common Energy Myths
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Following is a list of common myths about energy and energy savings. Sometimes the basic premise of the myth may be correct, but the energy savings are much smaller than people realize. In other cases, the myth may be based on factors that were once true but that have been subsequently resolved through better design or manufacturing of products. In all cases, the bottom line is that you should always think critically when you hear a “tip†on how to save energy - and dig a little deeper to separate the myths from the facts. [continue reading]

Midconstruction LaHouse Meets Katrina and Rita
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LaHouse became an ironically timely and greatly needed exhibition of hazard-resistant, energy-efficient homebuilding systems. [continue reading]

Designing and Building Hurricane-Resistant Homes
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Mercedes Homes and its partners set out to create and construct a truly hurricane-resistant house. [continue reading]

Progress in Florida
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Progress Energy Florida is committed to finding cleaner and more efficient ways to generate electricity. That commitment extends to the exploration of alternative energies in research projects such as ... [continue reading]

Green Homes for a Greater New Jersey
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New Jersey promotes affordable, green homes through its Green Homes Office. [continue reading]

Tax Credits, Anyone?
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In 2005, Congress passed, and the president signed into law, the 2005 Energy Policy Act (EPAct). One provision of this act is a $2,000 per home business tax credit for builders who ... [continue reading]



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Code Conflict Between 2012 IRC and 2012 IECC
It has come to my attention that there may be a building science-based conflict in the language of the 2012 International ...


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Home Performance and HVAC Contractors: Recent Legislative Initiative In Texas
As energy auditors and raters went about their business of testing homes, performing energy audits and HVAC system inspections, they ...




























