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3 Key Components to Building Energy Efficient Homes
Updated on February 15th, 2021
For those interested in building new homes with high energy efficiency, 3 key elements are outlined in the homeowner...Continue Reading
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HOME INSULATION: The Invisible Investment That Keeps On ...
Updated on March 8th, 2023
When it comes to home insulation, “overdoing it” today is often the bare minimum tomorrow That’s been the trend...Continue Reading
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BUILD YOUR OWN OFF-GRID ENERGY SYSTEM: Still a Few Seats...
Updated on October 16th, 2021
Yesterday the current session of my 6 week online course on designing and building your own off-grid solar and wind...Continue Reading
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Insulation Education – Three Overlooked Options fo...
Updated on January 17th, 2016
You’d think that anyone who lived through this past winter would have a deep appreciation for the value of home...Continue Reading
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How can I figure out how much energy my washing machine ...
Updated on November 22nd, 2015
How can I figure out how much energy my washing machine uses with each load I’ve already asked the manufacturer,...Continue Reading
Off-Grid Energy
SELLING POWER BACK TO THE GRID: “How Do I Determin...
Published on May 11th, 2023
Have you ever thought of selling your own off-grid electricity back to the grid In this article I answer a student's...Continue Reading
Off-Grid Energy
BUILD 3 GREAT SOLAR PROJECTS: Plans, Instructional Video...
Updated on July 8th, 2021
Welcome Solar Projects Enthusiast! Want to build your own useful solar energy projects You've come to the right...Continue Reading
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Planning for an Oil-Free World
Updated on July 8th, 2021
Last week I saw the highest posted gasoline prices in my life - $1429 per litre - and the sight made me think of how I...Continue Reading
Heating, A/C & Ventilation
SMART THERMOSTATS: How Today’s Best Hydronic Heating C...
Published on November 11th, 2022
There’s more to optimal control of heating systems than just a thermostat that turns indoor heat ON when it’s too...Continue Reading
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What’s the most economical furnace to install in my Vi...
Updated on July 8th, 2021
What’s the most economical furnace to install in my Victorian farmhouse, oil or propane I’d like to replace the...Continue Reading
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SPACE HEATING WITH HOT WATER TANK?: Yes, It Can Work Well
Published on May 19th, 2023
Click below to watch a video tour of the two ways of connecting a tank-style water heater to in-floor heating or...Continue Reading
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INDOOR AIR QUALITY MONITORING: Breathe Healthier & ...
Published on February 8th, 2024
When it comes to indoor air quality, I’ve got good news and bad news The bad news is that the air in your home...Continue Reading