Energy Conservation is the Best Option for Solving Our Environmental and Energy Challenges. Reducing the amount of electricity and oil consumed is the most effective and affordable way to reduce carbon emissions, pollution, and dependence on foreign oil. Industrial Wind Power only adds energy to the system, it does not replace the fossil fuel burned […]
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Energy Efficient Doors and Windows New and replacement doors and windows Energy-efficient doors and windows are an essential component of thorough insulation and air sealing. Replacing old doors and windows of existing buildings is the most complete method of lower heating and cooling costs and more efficient energy use. If you’re building a new home, […]
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Efficient Heating Systems Upgrading a furnace or boiler from 56% to 90% efficiency in an average cold-climate house will save 1.5 tons of carbon dioxide emissions each year with gas fuel, or 2.5 tons with oil fuel. Heating and cooling account for about 56% of the energy use in a typical U.S. home, making it […]
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Efficient Cooling Systems A combination of proper insulation, energy-efficient windows and doors, daylighting, shading, and ventilation will usually keep homes cool with a low amount of energy use in all but the hottest climates. Ventilation is the least expensive and most energy-efficient way to cool buildings. Ventilation works best when combined with methods to avoid […]
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Biomass is plant matter such as trees, grasses, agricultural crops or other biological material. It can be used as a solid fuel, or converted into liquid or gaseous forms, for the production of electric power, heat, chemicals, or fuels. Sources of Biomass Wood The most common form of biomass is wood. Wood was the main […]
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Air Sealing and Insulation The most effective way to reduce a building’s heating and cooling costs is through proper insulation and air-sealing techniques. In addition to making buildings more energy-efficient, these techniques also make them more comfortable. Proper moisture control and ventilation strategies will improve the effectiveness of air sealing and insulation and vice versa. […]
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