In this video: Pete and Megan talk to Habitat for Humanity to learn more about the program and how they help people become homeowners.

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Trombe wall

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Choosing energy-smart products

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Historic preservation

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Insulated concrete forms

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An insulated concrete form (ICF) system eliminates the cold drafts typical of wood-frame construction.

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Turning a barn into an energy-smart home

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Building an energy-smart house

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Hear from real homeowners and builders who made energy efficiency a priority.

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