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5 Key Trends Behind Zero Energy Buildings
Rocky Mountain Institute (RMI) and New Buildings Institute (NBI) are cohosting the 2018 Getting to Zero National Forum, April 17–18, in Pittsburgh. The forum is…
The Piece of Paper that Could Make or Break Commercial Net-Zero Energy
I recently joined the very small minority of people who find leasing language interesting. Leases tend to be dry and confusing with their lawyer jargon…
Net-Zero Energy Buildings: Three career paths for students to revolutionize the built environment and decarbonize the energy sector
The net-zero energy (NZE) movement is gaining momentum, revolutionizing building design and construction and presenting new career opportunities for students. As a student myself with…
Reality Check: Debunking Industry Myths on Leased Net-Zero Energy Buildings
I recall my father’s advice, “Do the best you can with what you have, and if the stars align, you’ll have the opportunity for better.”…
FHA Should Reconsider Its About-Face—About PACE
Last week, the Federal Housing Administration (FHA) announced it will stop insuring new mortgages on homes with property assessed clean energy (PACE) loans. As…