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Net Zero Community

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Energy rater and performance consultant

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Talk to your utilities

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Before you break ground on a new house, give your utility companies a call. They can help you avoid unnecessary expenses and construction delays.

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Geodesic domes

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Historic preservation

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A preservation expert shares how to restore an older home economically and energy efficiently.

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Choosing energy-smart products

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Finding an energy-smart builder

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Structural insulated panels

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Structural insulated panels, also called SIPs, foam-core panels or stress-skin panels, are significantly more airtight than stud walls.

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