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How to cut a home (energy bill) in half
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Why judge a green building by its cover? Why not?
We already have energy efficiency ratings for appliances, electronics, light bulbs, windows and doors … what’s next: a ratings scheme for bricks, lumber and
Green offices a win-win for tenants and managers, study finds
Green office buildings are a win-win for both tenants and owner-managers, an ongoing study reports. Buildings that have been constructed or renovated to meet
Design entries wanted for Architecture at Zero … as in energy
What better way to revive an industrial infill site in urban California than to use it as site for showcasing an innovative, zero net
E.ON offers €1m for research into smart homes
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Top resources for the energy-efficient office
Go online and do a search for “energy-efficient office” and you’ll get results
Energy companies eye UK’s billion-pound bet on carbon capture
Several leading energy companies are expressing interest in working
How many smart meters are there in the US?
It hasn’t always been smooth sailing — still isn’t,
