Use Duct-Free HVAC Technology to Build a High-Performance Home
A new alternative for high-performance heating and cooling is the duct-free mini split system that offers a number of significant benefits over the traditional forced-air system. This white paper explores the ways in which duct-free HVAC technology contributes to a high performance home.Type: White Paper
Sponsor: LG HVAC
Greenspur's OneNest Project Profile
OneNest Project is a labor of love, bringing together a thoughtful team that plans to build the homes of the future without losing the style and romance of traditional architecture. The project combines the latest material science and design to...Type: Case Study
Sponsor: LG HVAC
Ductless HVAC Offers Benefits for Building Professionals and Homeowners
Ductless mini splits are gaining in popularity for both new homes and remodeling existing homes. Mini splits – a form of heat pump – provide new levels of energy efficiency for homes. This white paper identifies the benefits that homeowners and building professionals will find when making mini splits a part of a project.Type: White Paper
Sponsor: LG HVAC
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Blower Door Testing 101
Building envelopes that perform poorly reduce energy efficiency, increase ROI times, and increase carbon footprints and utility bills. A blower door test can help to establish the airtightness of small to medium buildings, measure the flow of air between different areas in a building and test the ductwork.
Home Innovation Issues First NGBS Green Certification Based on 2015 NGBS
As development of the 2018 version of the National Green Building Standard (NGBS) recently commenced, Home Innovation today issued its first NGBS Green certification of a home to the 2015 version of the standard. The Atlanta-area single-family home of designer...
Where Does Your Town Rate in the 3rd Annual Ranking of America's Sweatiest Cities?
For those dreading the long, hot summer days, there are easy and affordable options to help keep your cool this season.
EEBA takes summit to new level
Annual event revamped with stronger focus on high-performance building
How does a Combi Boiler Water Heater Work?
Combination—or “combi”—boilers are a term used to describe a compact boiler that contains both an open loop domestic hot water output, as well as a closed loop central heating output.
Google Spin Off Launches Geothermal Startup
There is a macro shift in the economy towards businesses that can align the self interest with the broader interest.
Proud Green Home of Louisville Dazzles Local Media
In two months of spring and summer the home produced as much energy as it used.How to Tell If It's Time to Replace Your Water Heater
Ideally, you'll want to replace your water heater before it fails so your home doesn't have to go without hot water. But how do you know when it's time? Here a few tips to tell if it's time to replace your water heater.
Are These the Best Home Automation Devices & Apps?
The way we live at home is changing and the modern home is very much focussed on convenience.
Self-Regulating Radiant Heating System’s Innovation Demonstrated
Due to the self-regulating properties of the STEP system, the molecular structure of the heating elements only allow the consumption of energy that is needed to maintain the heat at a given location.
Use Green Home Technology to Minimize Your Carbon Footprint
Innovative green home technology is making energy efficient and sustainable way of living more accessible than ever.
Lennar Launches Smart Home Designs with Amazon Alexa
Wi-Fi CERTIFIED Home Design brings a standardized approach to new residential Wi-Fi network design to help ensure whole-home connectivity.
Minnesota Net Zero Home Relies on Geothermal for Comfortable Living (Video)
Because the goals for the house focused on reducing electrical usage, the Hansons call the project "Ohm Sweet Ohm."
Homeowners Are Making The Grade When It Comes To Energy Efficiency
While homeowners show that they are willing to take steps to conserve energy, they are not likely to sacrifice their comfort over savings
Seven Ways to Go Green This Summer
Doing your part to help Mother Nature while reducing two of your biggest monthly costs – energy and food – provides instant gratification. Consider some of these ways to go green this summer.See More »
