Energy Efficiency: What’s the Difference Between Thermal Mass and Insulation R-Value?
One of the hallmarks of a home’s energy efficiency is its thermal performance. So it’s important...
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Why Going Solar is a Very Smart Investment
Many people are aware that using solar energy can help lower the bad effects of energy sources like petroleum, coal and natural gas. But have you ever wondered if there is measurable proof that solar energy has lived up to its advertising?
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How to Irrigate Using a Low Pressure Water System
Ever wondered how to keep your garden watered more efficiently while still using captured rain water? Setting up a low-pressure watering system (a soaker hose system) is a great way! Here are some important tools you’ll need and the steps you can take to ensure a well-functioning system.
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MoistureShield Composite Wood Decking
What Goes Into MoistureShield Composite Wood Decking MoistureShield’s parent company, Advanced...
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Windsun Energy Systems Hybrid Residential Power
Windsun’s specialty is incorporating wind energy systems and/or photovoltaic arrays into your existing electric service to reduce or eliminate your dependence on your utility company.
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Bergey Windpower Small Wind Turbines
With only three moving parts and no scheduled maintenance necessary, the Bergey 10 kW has compiled a service record that no other wind turbine can match. They back it up with the longest warranty in the industry.
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A Must-Read Guide to Green Remodeling
When it is time to tackle your remodeling project, make sure that you do it in the healthiest and most sustainable way. The American Society of Interior Designers (ASID) Foundation and the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) team up to bring you REGREEN.
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Tiny Home Built With 80% Recycled Materials
In this episode of Living Big in a Tiny Home, Bryce visits a tiny home built almost entirely from recycled and reclaimed materials. Bryce says, “inside, the Tiny House has a wonderful eclectic feel. It’s quite obviously pieced together from objects that were all salvaged and given a new life, but they are all put together in a way that really works well for the space.” Watch and see what you think!
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