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Tackling Climate Change in the U.S.
Leading experts find that energy efficiency and renewable energy can be harnessed to prevent catastrophic consequences — but we must act now. By Chuck Kutscher
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Time to Certify PV?
Opponents worry that photovoltaic certification could open a Pandora’s box, but another industry model offers promise. By Dave Menicucci
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Case History: Advancing a Green Dream

In building their solar-powered dream house, Sam and Christine Garst hope to inspire others to push the limits of sustainable design. Text and photos by Sam Garst
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Forecasting a Market
ASES launches a major study of the economic potential for renewables and energy efficiency in Ohio. By Brad Collins
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China’s Bold Initiative
Is the world’s largest coal consumer, in its bid to respond to spiraling demand, poised to become the global leader in renewable energy? By Michael Totten
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Nevada Solar One Goes Online
Could this landmark plant herald a U.S. boom for utility-scale solar power? By Gilbert E. Cohen
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Green From the Get-Go
Efficient design enabled this builder to offer sustainable mixed-use units — at an affordable price. Text and photos by Petra Spiess
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On the Cover
Zelonedom, the Garsts’ “green home” in Olympia, Wash., fits the natural contours of the 0.75-acre site and features stunning views of Mount Rainier. Photo by Sam Garst.
Columns
Chair’s Corner: Designing Beyond PV
By John Reynolds, FAIA
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Publisher’s Perspective: Obliged to Act
By Brad Collins

View from the States: Greening the Palmetto State
By Erika Hartwig

Investing in Clean Energy: Fat to Fuel
By Rona Fried, Ph.D.

Wind Energy News: A Partnership for the Birds
By Carl Levesque

Working in RE: Getting Into the Biz
By Mick Sagrillo

Readers’ Forum: The Answer Is “Negawatts”
By Martin Ogle

Ask Ken: Energy-Saving Q&As
By Ken Sheinkopf

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