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Electrifying? You May Not Need an Electrical Panel Upgrade

…a 100 A circuit breaker have faster, safer, and more affordable options for electrifying their homes,” said Hannah Bruegmann, Director of Programs at Build It Green. “They’re just not as…

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Let Us Count the Ways We Love Induction

…pans won’t work. High-end brands usually work, and there are also now many more affordable options. You can check your pots and pans for compatibility simply by grabbing a fridge…

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Occupancy Intelligence for Energy Savings

…between net zero building policy and current technologies in use in both commercial and affordable housing sectors. The NZA builds awareness of viable solutions and market-ready innovations through marketing, media,…

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We Are the Rare, Repeat Solar Customers

…tax credit, and accessible financing, solar is more affordable than ever. 2010 Our first install was on a townhouse that Naomi owned. When Joe moved in, he was so excited…

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We Are the Rare, Repeat Heat Pump Water Heater Customers

…pump water heater at our family home in Ohio. Why do we sing their praises? Cost! The heat pump water heater is among the most affordable climate-saving technologies available. While…

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Decarbonize Your Hearth with an Electric Fireplace

…hide an unsightly electrical panel, and provide some storage. This simple, affordable project improved our home’s beauty, functionality, and carbon impact. After much online research, we went to a local…

Sell Zero Energy Homes

Homebuyers are increasingly recognizing that zero energy and zero energy ready homes are a smart investment. These highly sustainable homes have no energy bills and net zero carbon emissions. They…

Renovate

Remodeling or retrofitting existing homes so they are significantly more energy efficient is as important as building and buying new zero energy homes. Homeowners who aren’t ready to move or…

Cities on the Path to Zero

The worldwide zero net energy carbon neutral vision is being driven locally. Architect Ed Mazria is a key leader in moving the world towards carbon neutrality. Mazria is the organizer…

Select Optimum Window Performance

While the energy efficiency of windows is highly technical, shopping for high-performance windows is made much easier by following standardized window performance measurements determined by the National Fenestration Rating Council…

Select Energy Efficient Lighting in Zero Energy Home Design

Before considering artificial lighting, all energy efficient home designs – zero energy or otherwise – should make the most of natural lighting opportunities. After natural lighting has been optimized, identify…

Remodeling on the Path to Zero for Homeowners

If you’re not ready to move or build a new home, consider remodeling the home you live in now. Remodeling or retrofitting existing homes so they are significantly more energy…

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