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It's all fine and dandy if home energy ratings are accurate. But what if the ratings are bogus?
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Using the International Energy Conservation Code as a guide for improving existing buildings.
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Build on your remodeling experience and knowledge with energy-efficiency training.
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Tougher new requirements take effect in 2014.
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Site offers guides for energy-efficient construction
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Using the International Energy Conservation Code as a guide for improving existing buildings.
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AS homes have become increasingly tight, indoor air quality has become increasingly important. But solutions are not always as straightforward as remodelers would like.
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An interview with architect Tim Eian, who designed the first North American remodeled house meeting EnerPHit standards.
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The Building America Solution Center website will provide easy to find, updated information about energy-efficiency practices.
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In Portland, Ore., Neil Kelly's home performance division sees 109% annualized growth in six years.
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You owe it to your clients to be knowledgeable about energy-efficient upgrades so you can offer relevant home-performance upgrades for their home.
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Passive-house construction methods, in building or remodeling, can sharply reduce the carbon footprint of a home.
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When it comes to energy retrofits, building science is key. But the business aspects are equally important.
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Don't start another green building project without a software analysis to determine the best products and techniques.
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The 2012 International Energy Conservation Code includes mandatory pressure and duct testing. Here are the details.
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Even if you don't specialize in energy retrofits, many popular remodeling projects offer an opportunity to improve efficiency, benefit client comfort and health, and save on energy bills.
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Reasons to get up to speed on energy efficiency and make energy retrofits part of your remodeling business.
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The IECC has been updated and is sure to affect the remodeling industry. To what degree it will affect you depends upon how stringent your local inspectors are.
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If achieving energy independence, reducing greenhouse gases, or reversing climate change aren't reason enough to invest in energy retrofits, here are 10 more tangible reasons.
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Buying an infrared camera doesn't provide instant building performance expertise. Consider these factors before investing in a camera.