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Study Finds OSB Sheathing Not a Reliable Air Barrier
The findings have broad implications for builders trying to meet stringent building-performance standards
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Canadian Group Proposes a New Metric for Buildings
"Carbon Use Intensity" would more accurately reflect the carbon impact of buildings, its advocates say
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Code Council Pushing Merits of Newest Energy Code
A new campaign is aimed at getting one-third of Americans covered by the 2021 version in the next two years
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Startup Promises Window-Mounted Heat Pump by 2022
San Francisco-based Gradient has not disclosed the price but says the unit will help cut carbon emissions
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Higher Temperatures and Workplace Injuries
A new study finds that heat-related injuries among construction workers higher than we thought
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New State Laws Would Lower Climate Impact of Concrete
Pending legislation in New York and New Jersey would give low-carbon concrete an edge
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Vancouver Stands Firm in Move Toward Zero-Emissions Building
City council rejects objections from building lobby and gas industry
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A New Generation of Heat-Pump Water Heaters is on the Way
Plug-in versions will run on standard household current, opening the door to wider market adoption
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2022 Is New Target for Launch of TimberHP Wood-Fiber Insulation
Work continues at a former paper mill in Maine where three production lines will be built
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Reinventing the Electric Service Panel
A Vermont electric utility launches a pilot program to install new smart panels in customers' homes
