Green building pioneer, Stephen Aiguier, reflects on how Green Hammer has embraced the highest level of energy efficiency and environmental sustainability by successfully integrating design and construction into a highly refined, unified design build process.
Proper Integration of Heat Recovery Ventilators with Residential Air Handlers
Since most American homes already have a forced-air heating and cooling system, it’s almost irresistible to use the same ductwork for fresh air ventilation. But beware the pitfalls! Avoid performance-killing mistakes by following these essential guidelines. This is the second installment of a two-part series.
State governments are stepping into the policy void created by the U.S. government’s denial of science and reversal of environmental rules. The latest move comes from the State of Oregon with a sweeping new initiative to promote clean energy for buildings and vehicles.
This design/build firm in Portland, Oregon, started with individual zero energy homes. Now they are in the midst of the city’s first zero energy development. With more than half the project under contract, the future looks bright.
Don’t Repair, Replace! Bring Zero Energy Homes to Those Who Need them Most
At some point, homes can become too broken to fix. Instead of pumping public funds into lost causes, combine existing funding sources to provide new homes that are safe, healthy and dignified for a longer-term, smarter solution.
Solving Energy Poverty: Energy Efficient Homes for Those Who Need Them Most
Efforts to address energy poverty in low-income families by helping to reduce their energy burden have been inadequate. It’s time to make these efforts more comprehensive and more effective.
10 Myths About Electric Cars. Are Any Of Them True?
There is a lot of fake news about electric vehicles circulating the infosphere. Guest blogger, Steve Hanley, separates fact from fiction by addressing the ten concerns most often raised about electric cars. Get electric car smart!
Launching California’s Largest Zero Energy Community
With the recent opening of their EnVision community in Loma Vista, California, De Young Properties offers customers zero energy ready homes that are also healthy and comfortable. Brandon De Young explains the company’s motivation and philosophy in this exclusive Zero Energy Project interview.