How to Design a Kitchen with Eco-Friendly Materials and Appliances
By Derek Lotts, Guest Contributor A few years ago, being “green” in the kitchen meant only saving...
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“The Love Shack” – A Net-Zero Energy Home in North Carolina
Against the backdrop of North Carolina’s Lake Fontana, Blue Ridge and Great Smoky mountains, perched on a steep hillside, you will find the “Love Shack.” The “Love Shack,” is far from what anyone would consider a ‘shack.’
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Ultimate Air Energy-Efficient Whole House Air Ventilation
Air quality and the harmful substances in the air we breathe often go unnoticed because air is invisible. Air quality inside the average home is at least five times more contaminated than outdoors, and we spend 90 percent of our daily lives indoors. The UltimateAir Whole-house air filtration ERV allows you to take control of your indoor air quality by flushing out harmful pollutants with clean, fresh, healthy air.
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6 Top Renovations to Make Your Home More Energy Efficient
by Nikki Fotheringham, author specializing in environmentally-friendly building technologies,...
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Green Home Building: Passive vs LEED vs Net-Zero Energy
There are many types of green home certifications and it can get overwhelming trying to understand the differences. Here’s an easy to comprehend breakdown of three of the most well-known standards to help guide your journey.
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Energy Efficiency – Designing, Inspecting, and Testing For it, Part Two
The Manual J calculation is the first step in designing a new heating and air conditioning system. The “J” in Manual J stands for Joule, which you might remember from your science classes. A “Joule” is a unit of energy. Manual J calculations determine how much cooling a house actually needs.
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What Exactly is a Zero Energy / Net Zero Home? [Podcast]
“Zero energy homes are just like any home—except better.” They are airtight, well-insulated, and extremely energy efficient homes that produce as much energy as they use, over the course of a year. Listen and learn!
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18 Easy Energy-Saving Tips
According to the U.S. Energy Information Administration, about 40 percent of energy in the U.S. is used by homes and residential buildings. What’s more, the U.S. alone is responsible for 18 percent of the entire planet’s energy demands. Reduce your use by following these 18 easy steps.
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