Opinion Letters

Guy Payne, Executive Director, SEON (Sustainable Outreach Network), Vermont's building science training and certification

Growth Must Be Pursued Consciously and Sustainably

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High-performance building isn’t just a profession; it’s an avenue for young minds to shape a future that marries economic growth, environmental preservation and personal fulfillment. by Guy Payne, Executive Director of SEON (Sustainable Energy Outreach Network) Ali Jalili’s call for Vermont to grow its population for economic sustainability and vitality is a resonating one. However, this growth […]

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Robert Swinburne's New England Dream House is just one of the high performance homes he he built - the Sugarbush House

To Live the New England Dream, You First Must Build the New England Dream

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To Live the New England Dream, You First Must Build the New England Dream. In order to truly invest in your home, neighborhood, and community, it is crucial to start with constructing an efficient, sustainable house that minimizes waste and environmental impact while saving on building costs. This involves using eco-friendly building materials and designing an energy-efficient home with features like quality insulation, energy-saving windows, and airtight construction. Reducing waste during construction is also vital, which can be achieved through prefabricated components and reusing or recycling materials.

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