The right awning can add visual interest to an outdoor space, with the added bonus of energy efficiency. More
A recent article in the popular press takes to task the energy-saving claims of cool roofing. Yet it's hard not to see the brazen denouncements of cool roofing put forth here as a ploy to maintain the market for dark-colored single-ply roofing. While it's true the energy savings are limited in cooler climates, the benefits of installing reflective roofing extend beyond energy savings, and only in the very coldest of U.S. cities (e.g. Anchorage, Alaska) should cool roofs be avoided. More
Chris Corson is working on another Passive House — this time, with a more ample budget, and a more complex design. More
There are good reasons to ventilate the attic to minimize heat buildup. More
A remodeler uses his own home to train himself and his crew in specific green practices so he can better inform clients. More
Q: A customer wants me to install one of the new heat-pump water heaters in the... More
This LEED Platinum renovation has a long-range goal: to ensure the building's adaptability for the needs of future homeowners. More
Instead of replacing a sound single-pane window, consider adding Solar Gard Silver... More
There are more than 100 million homes and approximately 20 billion square feet of... More
