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American Performance

A Passive House Is Put to the Test in the United States

Architects Educate on Energy

Author: Steven Bodzin

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March 01, 1998

For some homeowners, the first stop on the way to a high-performance home is a visit to a concerned architect. [continue reading]

Improving Ducts in Southern California

Author: John Eash

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November 01, 1997

When Robert Johnson, director of community development for the Southern California city of Irvine, attended an HVAC conference in 1995, he was appalled to discover how poorly designed and poorly installed many residential duct systems were. [continue reading]

ENERGY-CONSCIOUS CONSTRUCTION: Litigation Insurance?

Author: Stan Luhr

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November 01, 1997

The term "construction defect" was little known among builders just a few years ago. Today, cases are popping up all over the country, and class action lawsuits involving defective houses are becoming commonplace. [continue reading]

Proof That Production Town Houses Can Perform

Author: Michael J. Crosbie

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September 01, 1997

The Consortium for Advanced Residential Buildings (CARB) is helping to make American housing stock more affordable and energy- and resource-efficient. [continue reading]

What's Being Built Out There? Performance Tests on 100 New Homes

Author: Arnie Katz

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September 01, 1997

People who know building science often cringe when they see new construction with the same old problems. Leaky ducts, poor air sealing, improperly sized mechanical systems all seem too common. But visiting construction sites only shows part of the problem. [continue reading]

Creating an Energy Efficient Habitat

Author: Linda Wigington

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July 01, 1997

Habitat for Humanity International (HFHI) has helped over 50,000 families obtain affordable housing. Thanks to the commitment and partnership of thousands of volunteers and homeowners, Habitat has become one of the most respected humanitarian organizations and the 20th largest home builder in the United States. [continue reading]