Building Matters
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Lloyd Alter on Upfront Carbon Emissions
A green building reporter joins GBA and introduces his new beat
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Getting Started with Air-Sealing
More building departments are beginning to require verified air-sealing. With a little information and planning, even builders new to blower-door tests can do much better than code.
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Why a Net Zero Energy–Ready House Fails From a Sustainability Perspective
Upfront carbon emissions from products that reduce operational emissions must be part of a project's environmental profile
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Eco-Conscious Housing Solutions
A sustainbility-focused approach to neighborhood development challenges the status quo. But how much?
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Another Look at Plywood
One builder’s thoughts on a tried-and-true sheathing material in light of today’s environmental concerns
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Pretty Good House Online Training Series
An e-learning opportunity for anyone interested in building better houses
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Who’s Using Advanced Framing?
Value engineered framing uses fewer resources, saves money, and creates more space for insulation. Here’s how some regular GBA contributors use these techniques.
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SponsoredTwo Reasons to Build With Wood
Wood construction as a solution to atmospheric carbon emissions and compromised indoor air quality
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Energy Inequity
An interview with Dr. Destenie Nock sheds light on how smart meter data can help solve income-driven energy disparities
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Training for the Trades, Part 2
A recap of the Texas Building Science Symposium, a few lessons learned, and resources to investigate
