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5 Steps to Cracking the Code for a High-Performance Home

The Pro Builder

For the past 14 years, an overarching objective of The New American Home (TNAH) program has been to achieve superior levels of energy and water savings, indoor air quality, and occupant comfort without sacrificing aesthetics or livability—or making the home’s occupants expend too much effort in maintaining that high performance.

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Secrets of Environmental Permitting Solar Farms

Civil + Structural Engineer

There are lessons learned, hints discovered, and tips earned through permitting and compliance for tens of thousands of acres of solar energy facilities. Solar power has emerged as a frontrunner in the pursuit of sustainable energy. These projects often require substantial water resources for dust control during construction.

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Renovate or Extend? How to Choose the Right Home Improvement for Your Budget & Needs

UK Construction Blog

Being clear about these differences helps when communicating with contractors and affects how potential buyers view your property if you decide to sell. Updated kitchens, modern bathrooms, and energy-efficient improvements typically offer strong returns on investment, with some projects adding up to 10% to your property’s value.

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How Do Smart Meters Work and Why Should You Care?

CCR Magazine

This allows for more accurate billing, efficient energy use, and immediate detection of problems such as leaks or outages. Smart Meter Operation: How They Transmit Data The fundamental functionality of smart meters hinges on their advanced communication capabilities.

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Preparing Commercial Properties for Climate Change Impacts

CCR Magazine

Strategies include strengthening roofing and windows to handle strong winds, improving drainage systems to prevent flooding, and using fire-resistant materials in wildfire-prone regions. Additionally, relocating critical systems such as HVAC units and electrical panels above flood-prone areas can protect infrastructure from water damage.

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Green Home Building and Sustainable Architecture: A Green.

Natural Building

He has also worked in various fields of communication media, including still photography, cinematography, animation, video production and now website development. According to the Department of Energy , heating and cooling account for 50 to 70% of the energy used in the average American home. Name: Kelly Hart.

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GSA, LEED, USGBC, and Politics

Building Information Management

General Services Administration (GSA) is to be commended for its leadership in improving energy and environmental performance across its federal building portfolio. According to the OMB, investments in efficiency over the last four years are expected to save $18 billion in energy costs over the life of the projects. 106 Greenway.