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Gulf Coast Upgrade

Author: Roger Hahn
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July 01, 2011

Affordable and efficient can co-exist — even after a disaster [continue reading]

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If You Build It, They Will Come. . . But Will They Buy?

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May 01, 2011

With few banks loaning money and a more competitive market, how can high-performance new-home builders market their homes? Here are some success stories. [continue reading]

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Battle of the Walls: Peak Reduction

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November 07, 2010
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Three homes, with different wall systems but otherwise nearly identical, test the theory that night cooling cuts peak energy use in the Southwest United States. [continue reading]

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Moving Back Home to New Orleans

Author: Roger Hahn
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September 03, 2010

Project Home Again develops a replicable model for post-Katrina rebuilding. [continue reading]

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ECM Efficiency

Author: Kohta Ueno
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May 03, 2010

Electrically Commutated Motors (ECM) in air-handler fans promise improved efficiency. But does improved technology necessarily mean efficient HVAC systems? [continue reading]

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Wisdom Way Solar Village

Author: Robb Aldrich
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March 09, 2009

It takes a village in this Massachusetts community to create sustainable, affordable housing. [continue reading]

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Lakeland Habitat for Humanity

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March 09, 2009

Soon all Habitat homes will meet Energy Star standards. A Habitat affiliate in Florida is already exceeding Energy Star standards in some of its new homes. [continue reading]

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Deep Energy Cuts for a Fresh Start

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January 03, 2009
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Asdal Builders achieved an 80% reduction in energy use in an existing home without sacrificing the comfort of the occupants. [continue reading]

Conversations from the Wx Frontlines: Robert Parkhurst

Macie Melendez

Conversations from the Wx Frontlines: Robert Parkhurst

At the most recent National Weatherization Training Conference that took place in New Orleans, Louisiana, six people were presented with ...

Home Performance and the Real Estate Market: A Perfect Match

Macie Melendez

Home Performance and the Real Estate Market: A Perfect Match

If the home performance industry had an online dating profile, it would likely be looking for someone with a great ...

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