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What Homeowners Think About Clean Energy
An annual survey finds solar and wind are the most important energy sources for the future, but most aren't planning any purchases in the near term.
Minnesota Students Win “Race to Zero” Title
Now in its second year, the design competition attracted teams from 33 U.S. and Canadian universities.
You May Like These Plastic Water Bottles
After use, these specially designed bottles are squashed flat and turned into roofing tiles for low-income people.
Ratings Will Be Offered for Window Shade Efficiency
A manufacturers trade association and the U.S. Department of Energy will share costs to develop ratings for window attachments.
Always-On Electronics and Appliances Waste Billions
A new report from the Natural Resources Defense Council pegs the loss at $19 billion a year, the equivalent of the electricity produced by 50 power plants.
New York Cohousing Community Nears Completion
A third neighborhood at EcoVillage at Ithaca includes the largest cluster of Passive House certified single-family homes in the U.S.
Canadian High School is the “Greenest on Earth”
An initiative of the U.S. Green Building Council selects the school from among 40 that were nominated worldwide
Senate Tackles New Energy Legislation
The chair of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee introduces 17 bills covering a range of energy issues. One focus is residential solar and wind.
Lowe’s Halts Sales of Some Laminate Flooring
The move follows claims the retailer was selling flooring with formaldehyde levels that are too high to meet California emissions rules.
Fresh Warnings on a Class of Common Chemicals
Scientists and health experts warn that a class of chemicals used in thousands of products may pose health risks and warrant further study.

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