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German Technische Universität Darmstadt Wins DOE’s 2007 Solar Decathlon

Germany’s Technische Universität Darmstadt has earned top honors in the U.S. Department of Energy’s Solar Decathlon competition on the National Mall in Washington, DC. Over the past two weeks, the ...

23 Oct 2007

Austin, Texas Leads Nation in Home Efficiency and Calls for all New Homes to be Zero Energy Capable by 2015

The Austin City Council approved a breakthrough program that sets Austin apart as the clear national leader on home energy efficiency. "We're taking action today that will lower the cost of utility bills, mak...

22 Oct 2007

New Revolving Door Solution For Budget Conscious Projects Needing the Look, Function and Energy Savings of a Revolving Door

Crane Revolving Doors, a division of DORMA Entrance Systems introduces the Crane 1000 Series revolving door. The 1000 Series is a perfect solution for budget conscious projects that call for the look, function and energy...

22 Oct 2007

Home Maintenance the Key to Avoiding Major Household Disasters

By emphasizing the importance of home maintenance, ReliableRemodeler.com, a nationwide home improvement and remodeling contractor referral service, makes sure homeowners are preparing their biggest investment for the win...

22 Oct 2007

Solar Innovations Releases Conservatory Traditions Brochure and Decorative Elements Supplement

Solar Innovations, a custom manufacturer of residential and commercial conservatories, greenhouses, sunrooms, folding and sliding glass doors, windows, and screens, and more, is proud to announce the release of the all n...

22 Oct 2007

Green Building and the Housing Recession Examined in Builder Magazine

Green building and the housing recession are perhaps the two most important topics in home building industry conversation in this tumultuous market, and as a leading voice in the industry, BUILDER addresses both topics i...

22 Oct 2007

Vintage Water Heaters Discovered Still Working

The recent discovery of two functioning vintage water heaters bears witness to one modern manufacturer's long-held commitment to product reliability, even as disposable household appliances dominate the marketplace. ...

19 Oct 2007

Improved Reflective Roof Coating System, Erakote

Representatives from ER Systems, Inc. announced today the launch of an improved reflective roof coating system. Erakote, a moisture cure aliphatic polyurethane top coat, and ET 300 Base Coat underwent several formula enh...

19 Oct 2007

New Water Based Acrylic Adhesive a Bonding Alternative For Pressure Sensitive Adhesive Tapes

Rohm and Haas announced that it has developed a new water-based acrylic adhesive, ROBOND Prohesion, used as a bonding alternative for pressure sensitive adhesive (PSA) tapes for automobile interior applications like door...

19 Oct 2007

Airstream Basecamp Travel Trailers for Adventurous Living in Style

This streamlined Airstream Basecamp trailer is a springboard for outdoor adventures, not a living room on wheels. Basecamp pays homage to Airstream's past, taking styling cues from Airstream founder Wally Byam's ...

19 Oct 2007

North America’s Oldest Appliance Contest Launched

APWagner.com announces North America’s Oldest Appliance Contest. Do you know of an old appliance? They want to see it! “AP Wagner has been in the appliance parts business for 79 years. We...

19 Oct 2007

WRAP has Funded £2.3 Million of Support for Recycled Aggregates Processors

WRAP (Waste & Resources Action Programme) has funded £2.3 million of support for recycled aggregates processors in the latest round of its capital support competition This funding will help the successful pr...

19 Oct 2007

Free Building Materials Carbon Calculator Compares CO2 Footprint for Various Building Materials

As house builders prepare for the 2016 target of zero carbon homes, The Edinburgh Centre for Carbon Management (ECCM) has developed a free and easy-to-use Building Materials Carbon Calculator, which will analyse the embo...

19 Oct 2007

Tile of Spain Architecture and Interior Design Awards Deadline

The deadline for the Tile of Spain Architecture and Interior Design Awards is fast approaching. Ensure your entry is received by 31 October 2007 to be in with a chance of winning. The winner of the Tile of Spain Award...

19 Oct 2007

Roofers Prosecuted for Endangering Themselves and Others

The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has today warned individuals and companies that failure to ensure the safety of those who work at height and the public will not go unpunished. Dean Soley and his father George, t...

18 Oct 2007