Vital information for people getting ready to build a new home or retrofit a home in New England
Here are ten reasons why using a high-performance builder to replace your clapboard is better than using a regular builder: Looking to find a certified, high-performance builder in Vermont and the New England area? Looking to find a certified, high-performance builder in the United States?
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What you need to know about Air Flow and how it affects homes and buildings. If you want to reach net-zero energy usage AND save money, pay attention to your Air Flow.
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What you need to know about Heat Flow and how it affects you reaching net-zero energy in your house or buildings. An important must-know when it comes to saving money long term.
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What you need to know about Moisture Flow and how it affects you reaching net-zero energy in your house or buildings. An important must-know when it comes to saving money long term.
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Cool roofing is the fastest growing sector of the building industry, as building owners and facility managers realize the immediate and long-term benefits of roofs that stay cool in the sun. Studies exploring the energy efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and sustainability of cool roofs show that in warm or hot climates, substituting a cool roof for a conventional roof can have enormous benefits. Photo Credit: Robin Kutesa
A primer on how to reduce the urban heat island effect by implementing effective mitigation strategies.
Summer temperatures in urban areas are now higher than in their rural surroundings, due to a phenomenon known as the “heat island effect.” Research shows that increases in electricity demand, smog levels, and human discomfort are linked to this phenomenon. Planting trees to provide shade and protection from winter winds, and lightening the color of building and pavement surfaces have the potential to significantly reduce energy use for cooling, and lower electrical bills.
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