Strategies for Better Indoor Air Quality in Homes
Discover proven strategies for better indoor air quality, from ventilation and filtration to low-VOC materials. Learn how to reduce pollutants and start.
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10, 2026
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10, 2026
Green Energy Consulting Project Timeline: 2026 Guide
See a green energy consulting project timeline from feasibility study through commissioning. Learn how permitting and NEPA review affect your build.
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09, 2026
E-Green Ideas Alternatives for Builders
Explore e-green ideas alternatives for builders. Compare sustainable consulting services, project management tools, and energy-efficient design solutions.
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09, 2026
Zero Energy Design for Small Builders: A 2026 Guide
Zero energy design for small builders: learn mechanical design, building envelope details, and net zero construction costs in this practical guide. Start.
16
09, 2026
Benefits of Specialized Mechanical Design for Custom Homes
Discover how specialized mechanical design for custom homes improves energy efficiency, indoor air quality, and long-term value. Explore the benefits.
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12, 2011
What is Zero Energy Design?
“Zero Energy Design”, what is it really? Can you imagine building a new home that does not have any energy cost, now or forever into the future? How much would that be worth to you?
Zero Energy Design is taking all of the components of the house and breaking them down and using the […]
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10, 2011
4 things People Want
ENERGY EFFICIENCY
For most customers, the single most important item is the Energy Efficiency, show them a reduced cost of home ownership and they are usually on board. It is not likely that energy costs will ever go down but continue to rise as time continues on.
Home Owners are staying in their homes longer so […]
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09, 2011
Do People really want green?
When I discuss Green with my clients there are specific things they typically are looking for, the first one is often Energy Efficiency and the second one is a Healthy Home. These are both parts of Green Building and can be accomplished on many different levels.
Many new homes are being designed with […]
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09, 2011
What does Green really mean?
I have been designing and building homes, renovations and additions for the last 35 years, learning as we go about energy efficiency as well as efficient use of materials to reduce costs to keep homes competitive in an ever changing market.
With the onset of the New Economy and its impacts on the new home market, […]
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08, 2011
Are Insulated Concrete Forms Green?
post from Kelly McGinnis of the Portland Cement Association. As PCA’s Program Coordinator of Sustainable Development Ms. McGinnis is responsible for several green outreach and education programs for the design and construction community. Additionally, she oversees content development for www.ConcreteThinker.com and its companion sustainably-focused e-newsletter.
Ms. McGinnis is a member of the Chicago Chapter USGBC and […]