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Workshop: ADU (Accessory Dwelling Unit) Accelerator, December 12, Rohnert Park, CA
Due to recent changes in State Legislation, Californians can look to Accessory Dwelling Units (“ADUs”) as a way to create lasting investments for their families while building attractive, affordable, and sustainable housing for … more...
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Modular Homes
0 replies | 85 views | Posted on: 11/16/2019 | Last updated: 11/16/2019
use of linoleum flooring in bathrooms
Does anyone have any practical experience with linoleum, such as Marmoleum, in a bathroom? The general contractor with whom I spoke advised against it since it is water resistant rather than waterproof. The manufacturer says that it should … more...
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Flooring
7 replies | 2189 views | Posted on: 08/21/2017 | Last updated: 07/25/2019
I need a fabulous water-based poly or other eco floor coating
I need a recommendation for a water-based poly. When I mentioned using a more environmentally friendly floor coating, I got a shrug and a maybe. Please let me know if there's a product out there you love and can highly recommend! We'… more...
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Flooring
15 replies | 4306 views | Posted on: 05/13/2015 | Last updated: 07/25/2019
I am looking for earth-friendly products for lining a backyard pond. In particular, I'd love to know whether eco intelligent polyester can be used to underlay a standard EPDM pond liner. And I'd love to know whether EPDM… more...
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Exterior Improvements
0 replies | 211 views | Posted on: 05/14/2019 | Last updated: 05/14/2019
February Green Light Training: Advanced Controls – Types & Functions, Feb 22 in NYC
Join Building Energy Exchange for our four-part training series on lighting retrofits: Green Light. From energy code and regulation considerations and selection of LED and controls technology, to the development of the right … more...
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Lighting
0 replies | 581 views | Posted on: 01/28/2019 | Last updated: 01/28/2019
Heat pumps are a key strategy for eliminating fossil fuel use, being promoted by everyone from savvy HVAC contractors to national environmental groups to city and state agencies, but split system heat pumps are costly. Wouldn't a small … more...
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Heat Pumps
0 replies | 513 views | Posted on: 01/23/2019 | Last updated: 01/23/2019
Radon Gas Mitigation in New Construction - A Chance to Get it Right
Sub-slab soil vapor migration into building envelopes can pose a real threat to the longevity of building materials (i.e. flooring materials), affect energy efficiency, as well as impact indoor air quality and human health. Perhaps one of t… more...
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Concrete
1 replies | 2188 views | Posted on: 05/29/2018 | Last updated: 07/23/2018
A quantum leap in Energy Efficiency
REVOLUTIONARY ENERGY SAVINGS FOR THE BUILT ENVIRONMENT #Smardt is the pioneer and world leader in manufacturing high efficiency #oil-free #chillers.These high-efficiency chillers typically can save #building owners upto 50% of their annu… more...
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HVAC/Energy Management Controls
0 replies | 188 views | Posted on: 07/03/2018 | Last updated: 07/03/2018
The World’s First Floating Wind Farm - Hywind's Promising Start in Scotland
Off the coast of Scotland, five turbines are stationed sporadically creating the world’s first offshore wind farm known as Hywind. Each tower stretches 575 ft. high and is anchored to the seabed and kept upright by 3,000 liters of sea wat… more...
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Wind Energy
0 replies | 910 views | Posted on: 06/15/2018 | Last updated: 06/15/2018
Turn Leased Space into High Performance Space and How to Pay for it
Join IFMA NYC for a discussion on energy efficiency best practices, case studies and resources for tenants to kick start their energy efficiency initiatives in their own office space. The event will feature presentations from representat… more...
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Energy Management
0 replies | 130 views | Posted on: 05/31/2018 | Last updated: 05/31/2018
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