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• Minneapolis Sets Its Sights on 100 Green Homes

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• Building Energy Labeling Program Expanded

  ASHRAE’s Building Energy Quotient is now two labels in one.

• NYC Mayor’s Carbon Challenge Fosters Awareness

  The initiative is drawing attention to the importance of greenhouse gas reduction in commercial buildings.

• New Barrier Offers Easy-to-Use Protection for Window Corners

  Ease window installation with this wall-integrated system that creates a seamless barrier around corners.

• Baltimore Housing Complex Will Give Low-Income Seniors a Place to Call Home

  The 100-unit complex features zoned HVAC, Energy Star-labeled windows, and Green Label-certified carpeting.

• Upward Mobility in Maine

  A thorough but cost-conscious remodel transforms an underachieving northern New England house into the star of its neighborhood.

• A Prefab House Adapts to Changing Weather Conditions

  Dynamic D*Haus can open up into different shapes to expose more walls to sunlight.

• Water Matters

  It's time to take water efficiency efforts seriously.

• As Green Codes Press Forward, Existing Housing Pulls Back

  Existing structures, outnumbering new housing nearly 300-to-1, continue to guzzle 22% of U.S. energy.

• 'Energy Parties' Show Off Efficiency Upgrades

  Efficiency Vermont program manager makes energy savings a social event to spur action within communities.