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Solar Modules Power Solar Manufacturing in Nevada

Environmental Building News—January 1, 2012

First National Standard for Graywater Systems

Environmental Building News—January 1, 2012

Walk Score Tool Now Measures Actual Pedestrian Routes

Environmental Building News—January 1, 2012

Stain-Resistant Chemicals May Contribute to ADHD

Environmental Building News—January 1, 2012

Battery Companies Fully Charged After Merger

Environmental Building News—January 1, 2012

Survey Shows Majority Aware of Incandescent Phase-Out

Environmental Building News—January 1, 2012

Two New Laws Restrict Use of LEED

Congress rejects federal LEED Gold requirements in new military spending bill; Maine effectively bans LEED.
Environmental Building News—December 20, 2011

Video: Making the Green Insulation Choice for Your Project

If you are confronted with choosing insulation in an upcoming building project, you won't want to miss this video.
EBN Continuing Education—December 10, 2011

Passive House Group Bans Certain Spray Foam Insulation

Passive House U.S. will no longer certify projects using spray-foam with high global warming potential.
Environmental Building News—December 9, 2011

LEED for Existing Buildings Outpacing New Construction

LEED-certified existing buildings overtake new construction based on cumulative square footage.
Environmental Building News—December 9, 2011

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