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Massachusetts Towns Debate Stretch Code

Massachusetts Towns Debate Stretch Code More

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JLC Report: Passive House Seeks Broader Appeal

Passive House seeks broader appeal; proposed code changes stir controversy in North Carolina; more More

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Green Inspiration: Sparking Interest in Energy Efficient Building in North Carolina

A contractor hopes his spec home and remodeling project spark homeowner interest in energy-efficiency and green building practices. More

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Lawsuit Claims LEED Certification Is False and Misleading

Class action suit holds that the "green" project rating system is just a marketing gimmick that harms the interests of non-LEED building performance experts. More

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Maine Gets Its First Statewide Code

It’s long been known that sunlight reflected from low-E windows can melt vinyl siding, but the management of a “green” Las Vegas hotel is confronted by a similar problem on a vastly larger scale. More

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Case Study: North Carolina Remodel Soars Beyond LEED Platinum

Determined to use his home as a demonstration of the many green building possibilities, architect Jay DeChesere left no option untouched when designing this LEED-Platinum gut rehab. More

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JLC Report: Massachusetts Stretches for Higher Home-Energy Scores

Massachusetts stretches for higher homeenergy scores; lack of energy-efficiency training impedes job growth; Energy Star tightens requirements for product certification; more More

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JLC Report: Skepticism Greets California Green Building Code

Skepticism greets California’s green-building code; a closer look at green paints; Hitachi recalls coil framing nailers after injuries; more More

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Massachusetts Historic Landmark Attains LEED-Silver

Green renovation of a 200-year-old Salem house improves efficiency without sacrificing historical integrity. More

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Community Outreach: Green Building

Hosting green-project open houses helps educate the public about sustainable materials and building practices. More

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