Information on making buildings more energy-efficient, including conserving electricity, natural gas and water, and efficient heating and cooling.
A Decade of Debate: Why Bay Area Homeowners Are Finally Warming Up to Fireplace Regulations
A cozy, crackling fire has long been a symbol of home – warmth, comfort, and even added property value. But a decade ago, the Bay Area Air Quality Management District (BAAQMD), responsible for protecting air quality across nine counties, began a controversial effort to regulate wood-burning fireplaces and stoves. So, it shouldn’t have come as
