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Buyer's Guide to Energy Efficient Bulbs
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Harold Remlinger, AIA, LEED AP, NCARB answered Susannah's question.
1 month ago
I have a 1922 rowhouse in Washington, DC. What can I do to make her more "green?"
Topic: Home Basics
Mary Cordaro answered Matt's question.
3 months ago
How dangerous is Dacron off-gassing in a child's mattress?
Topic: Bedroom
Joel Hirshberg answered Rebecca St John's question.
4 months ago
What is the best, safest and green carpet out there. We will be replacing most of the carpeting in our 30 yr old house.
Topic: Flooring
Michael Holcomb answered Trent's question.
5 months ago
Does anyone have experience with a spray foam roofing product for my roof - like an elastomeric compound?
Topic: Roofing
Joel Hirshberg answered Julie Reimers's question.
6 months ago
How should I deal with off-gassing from a Melamine desk?
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US Department of Energy Builders Challenge
The Builders Challenge is promoting the use of market-tested and cost-effective energy efficiency strategies. The Challenge will support, recognize, and reward builders for achieving higher levels of energy efficiency and meet specific quality criteria. DOE's goal is that, by 2030, new home buyers will have the option to buy a cost-neutral Net-Zero Energy Home (NZEH) anywhere in the United States.