Sustainability | BUILD | Page 3

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.

Water management

Water management

Fresh water's a precious resource - more so if it's drinkable, and even more so if you happen to live in one of the...

Lighting management

Lighting design is something that often gets less attention than it should. A well designed and managed lighting scheme will use far less energy...

Heating and cooling management

Heating and cooling take a big bite out of your home’s energy bills, but managing them smartly can keep you comfortable without blowing your budget. Whether you’re renovating or building new, understanding how to control temperature efficiently is key to a home that feels just right all year round.
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...
noise_and_aerodynamics_thumb

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...
Advertisement

TRENDING ARTICLES

Advertisement