The term ‘passive house’ may seem cut-and-dry to some–a structure that uses passive or renewable energy to function or, more generally, buildings that are designed and built to increase efficiency and limit energy consumption. Strictly, the term refers to a set of building standards and structures that meet those standards. But our Fall Forum gold …
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A word from our sponsors: Using Maine Home+Design Magazine’s Green Living guide
Maine’s readers won’t wait The readers of Maine Home+Design Magazine, like the state itself, won’t wait in making meaningful change to reduce our impact on the planet. That’s why the magazine, our 2021 official print media partner, is taking steps to inform, promote and publicize passive house projects, green design and engineers and sustainable living …
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What’s the deal with the seal?
Why you may want to think about air sealing your home, even if you’re not doing an all-out retrofit. There’s little wonder why so many individuals and businesses are trying to increase the efficiency of their buildings–it saves money, saves resources, often adds to the value of the structure and, of course, it’s better for …