What you must know to build a green home and maintain a green and sustainable lifestyle
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Residential solar water heating systems consist of solar collectors, sometimes called solar panels, water piping, pump,storage tank and a heat exchanger in cold climates. These systems supplement, and do not replace (!) the oil boiler, gas furnace and/or water heater.
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The term geothermal literally means Earth/Ground (Geo) Heat (thermal). Geothermal, or ground source heat pumps, take advantage of the constant ground or groundwater temperatures. A refrigerant loop with a compressor extracts heat from one side (the ground) and “pumps†it to the heating loop in your home. It is essentially the same process that happens [...]
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Geothermal enrgy systems utilize an alternative energy source, by taking advantage of the near constant temperatures of soil, groundwater, or aquifers. These temperatures range from approximately 45 to 60 degF (8 to 15 degC), depending on where you live and on how deep the piping is installed. These systems are called geothermal or ground source [...]
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This past week three major solar energy announcement happened in Massachusetts: MIT is building a new center, dedicated to developing sustainable energy systems. National Grid will contribute $1 million, with the Massachusetts Technology Collaborative contributing $ 5 Million as initial funding. This new center is fully in line with Gov. Deval Patrick’s commitment to making [...]
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Get a basic understanding about solar energy and how it relates to green homes.
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Wind power, or wind energy systems, are alternative energy systems, which produce electricity. Wind power generators take advantage of winds to produce electricity, just like farmers use these winds to turn their mills or pump water. The components of a wind energy system include: · A 80 to 120 foot (10 to 15m) tower · [...]
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The key to using wood as a sustainable, renewable energy source is to make sure that your home requires minimal heating in the first place. Wood can be a great source of energy for heating a home, as it has been ever since humans learned how to start fires. One must be aware though, that [...]
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