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February 2024

How size & shape impact home performance

While intricate designs and complex structures may initially captivate the eye, simplicity holds the key to unlocking the true potential of sustainable living. Keep it simple with the latest installment in our Building Science 101 column.

Building science in the bathroom

Often the smallest room in the house can be the most important when it comes to creating a healthy home. Here are a few ways to keep things flowing in the right direction in your bathroom.

Are heat pumps right for my home?

Did you know that heat pumps are now more common than oil heat in new homes built in Maine? Here is everything you need to know before switching to heat pumps in Maine.

Peek inside the next issue...

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What's inside?

Maine companies taking the lead to decarbonize our homes
Rebuilding ecosystems, one yard at a time
At home in the Camden hills
Make your home a haven with biophilic design
Why exhaust only ventilation is no longer enough

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From the archives

Use this, not that: Choosing ventilation systems

Improve your home's indoor air quality with these tips for selecting a balanced ventilation system.

Find a green home professional

Check out the green homes business directory to find experts specializing in healthy, efficient, sustainable Maine homes.

Polestar Design

Hancock Lumber

Northeast Solar Trackers

Knickerbocker Group

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Tuesday-Wednesday, March 19-20 • Boston

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Saturday, April 6 • South Portland

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Thursday, May 9 • Augusta

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