Sustainability

How to build a green home. Complete guides to alternative energy sources (like solar and wind), passive house design, and water and energy management systems.

Heating and cooling management

Heaters and air conditioners can easily account for most of your energy consumption if you allow them to. Find out what you can do...
Energy management

Energy management

Electricity's the juice on which so many of our favourite things run these days. Lights, heating and cooling, computers, microwaves, refrigerators... And while it's...

Payback time for solar panels

One of the best reasons to own a solar panel system is that it'll eventually pay itself off thanks to electricity bill savings. Find...
What's a sustainable home?

What’s a sustainable home?

Pinning down exactly what constitutes a ‘sustainable home’ isn't easy - but understanding the kinds of things that really matter will help you go...
Wind power regulations

Wind power regulations

There are certain regulations and some paperwork you'll need to know about if you're planning on installing wind - especially if you're hoping to...
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Performance considerations for wind power

The beauty of wind, when compared to solar, is that it doesn't stop blowing just because it's night time. Having said that though, the...
Types of wind hardware

Types of wind hardware

The hardware used for wind power setups is quite similar to that used for solar - albeit with a turbine instead of solar panels....
Solar maintenance

Solar maintenance

Solar panels don't need that much maintenance thanks to the fact that they have no moving parts - although they will require a clean...
Solar regulations

Solar regulations

How do solar rebates work - and how much are you entitled to? Who needs to install your solar panels, and what sorts of...
Solar power and energy efficiency

Solar power and energy efficiency

Solar electricity can make a vast difference to the operating efficiency of your home - especially if it's set up to completely meet your...
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