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I was checking out TimberHP's new builders guide: https://www.timberhp.com/guide-for-builders (developed in collab with Joe Lstiburek).Curious to me that they include a 1/6" inch "Drainage Gap" between the continuous exterior insulation…

Location: Salata Institute Conference Room, Belfer 3.5, HKS, 79 JFK St., Cambridge

The Salata Institute for Climate & Sustainability invites you for a discussion with Jozef Síkelac, the Czech Republic's Minister of Industry and Trade, moderated by Dustin Tingley, Professor of Government in the Government Department and Deputy Vice Provost for Advances in Learning at Harvard University. Lunch will be provided.... Read more about European Energy Security in Light of the War in Ukraine

Does it make sense to insulate the interior side of foundation walls with air-permeable fiberglass batts?

Just wondering if everyone else has all kinds of problems with their subscriptions  and renewals to GBA and FHB? I always need to contact Taunton to straighten it out, and…

I have a house under construction and need some help with waterproofing where the concrete porch slab meets the house framing.  See attached diagram and photo.I don't expect much bulk…

We're getting ready to replace the asphalt shingles on our cottage in upstate NY with a steel roof. We are wondering whether it makes any sense to include a few…

Hi. I recently bought an unfinished cabin on the Olympic Peninsula in Washington state. I am planning to make the crawlspace sealed and conditioned, and so intending to insulate the…

Has anyone used this product and do you like it?

I have an old camp in southern Vermont built by hand in 1940.  There is a walkout basement, the walkout portion of which is finished and conditioned.  The remainder is…

Location: Su Family Gallery LL2.224 Science & Engineering Complex (SEC) 150 Western Ave., Allston

The Salata Institute invites all PI applicants to the Climate Research Cluster program to make one-slide presentations of their concept notes and to network with their peers. All interested Harvard researchers, even those who did not submit a concept note, are also welcome to attend and explore potential opportunities for collaboration. 

... Read more about Salata Institute Climate Research Cluster Networking Event

What is the gold standard for safe cabinetry? It seems like there is no winning, the options are "natural" and likely to have issues or durable but full of chemicals.Here…

My house has a garrison style overhang of the 2nd floor in 4A.  I am planning to do some work where I would need to take down the plywood soffit…

Location: Virtual

Arctic cities face uniquely challenging conditions for solid waste management, including harsh weather, geographic remoteness, limited infrastructure, and a rapidly changing climate.... Read more about Promoting Waste Management for Sustainable Arctic Cities

Location: HUCE 429, MCZ, 26 Oxford St., CambridgeThe Harvard Energy Journal Club (HEJC) is open to Harvard and MIT students and postdocs only. A technical background is not needed. The Harvard Energy Journal Club (HEJC) is open to Harvard and MIT students and postdocs only. A technical background is not needed.
Contact: elizakatespear@g.harvard.edu

Location: HUCE 440, MCZ, 26 Oxford St., Cambridge

12:00pm to 1:00pm Harvard Energy Journal Club
HUCE 440, 26 Oxford St., Cambridge
The Harvard Energy Journal Club (HEJC) is open to Harvard and MIT students and postdocs only. A technical background is not needed.
Contact: elizakatespear@g.harvard.edu

 

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This centuries-old paint is regaining popularity after being all but extinct. Zero VOCs, vapor permeability, maintainability, and longevity are among its attributes.

I started out with a dream to retire to a home where we could live inexpensively, and  generate our own energy. My dream is in serious jeopardy because I trusted…

Location: Zoom

Dr. Fushcia-Ann Hoover will speak as part of the Salata Institute for Climate and Sustainability and the Vice Provost Office for Advances in Learning's Harvard Speaks on Climate Change Series.... Read more about Harvard Speaks on Climate Change: Environmental Justice and Green Infrastructure

Hi all,I'm renovating/retrofitting a cabin in the Catsklls area and have questions about the insulation method proposed by the architect. We are adding an extension to the cabin, among other…

Location: HUCE Seminar Room 440, 26 Oxford St., Cambridge

The Harvard University Center for the Environment at the Salata Institute invites you for an artist talk with John Sabraw, Professor of Art at Ohio University, whose work is currently on view in the Center lounge.... Read more about 2024 Environmental Artist: John Sabraw