Energy efficiency / Green Building & Sustainable Home Renovation Information & Advice

...energy costs can be significant, and that will continue to grow just as the frequency and severity of extreme heat advisories grows.  The environmental impact and greenhouse gas emissions from home cooling systems is not limited to carbon emissions from the energy they use. Air conditioners and heat pumps contain fluor...

...energy saving tips for green homes - 10 tips Energy audits help identify easy home energy efficient upgrades that can save money. What is home energy modelling? Home energy modeling is conducted prior to building to anticipate future energy costs. It is also called home energy modelling sometimes, depending on how...

...energy refit high-efficiency renovations of existing home walls.  It is a popular wall assembly for Passive House Certification as with attention to detail on air sealing it can result in an extremely energy efficient house. The typical design involves a standard code "tried & tested" traditional stick-framed wall ...

...energy has been even further developed in its ability to power houses! Energy itself cannot be created or destroyed, and every time an individual gets on a bike for whatever purpose, they are using their own food energy. So wouldn’t it be great if at the same time they were producing clean energy to help power devices ...

...energy efficiency and decentralising power generation is something we can do to reduce our personal energy consumption and carbon footprint. Theoretically then moving towards home solar, wind power and even bicycle generators can make for a more efficient home, as you rely less on grid-fed power. Even in the greenest p...

...energy efficiency. Indoor air leaks waste cooling power during summer and heating power during winter is why using HRV and ERV systems is recommended to reduce energy loss while ventilating homes. When there are wildfires in the area though causing a smoky atmosphere, an airtight envelope also helps prevent the infiltr...

...efficiency in one package looks like. And speaking of water efficiency, if you’re dealing with slow-draining bathroom or kitchen sinks, you could be wasting water every time you run the tap. Learn how to troubleshoot and repair a clogged sink drain to keep your plumbing running smoothly and your water use as efficient ...

...energy, but when in a room at normal uniform temperature we get back about 50 W of energy, resulting in a net loss of about 100 W. The net loss you experience will vary depending on the thermal performance of the home. If you have cold walls and windows, heat radiating from your body will help warm them at the expense ...

...energy efficiency solutions in the following pages and in the Ecohome Green Building Guide. Home heating - how to design a home for thermal comfort and efficiency Electric home heating - which types are best? Best energy saving tips for green homes - 10 tips Renewable energy - what are the best ways to generate...

...energy efficiency of the dwelling: No one wants to buy someone else's energy pig, so investing in durable energy-efficient upgrades is wise. Don't just start jamming insulation into every crack and corner for show, be sure it's done properly. Read about easy home upgrades for energy efficiency. Healthy kitchen upgrades...

...energy efficiency in the following pages and in the Ecohome Green Building Guide. All about home lighting design Different electric home heating types - which are best? Best energy saving tips for green homes - 10 tips Renewable energy - what are the best ways to generate power at home? Future-proof building ...