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How to snag those sweet eco-friendly building perks
I've been looking into ways to get some financial help or tax breaks for making my home more eco-friendly. Seems like first step is checking local gov websites…
What if the government suddenly stopped subsidizing wind energy?
Been thinking about this lately... imagine waking up tomorrow and hearing the news that the government decided to pull the plug on subsidies for wind energy. Like, no…
What if your tap ran dry tomorrow?
I was just thinking... imagine waking up tomorrow and turning on the faucet, and nothing comes out. Like, zero water. You call your neighbors, same thing. Stores are…
Does lower U-value really make a noticeable difference?
I'm looking at replacing some windows in my house, and I've narrowed it down to two options. One has a U-value of around 0.25, and the other is…
Air conditioning quirks you probably didn't know about
Was chatting with my buddy who works in heating and cooling, and he dropped this random nugget: apparently, movie theaters were some of the first places to use…
Green homes: rainwater harvesting vs. greywater recycling?
Been looking into green home designs lately, and I'm kinda stuck between two water-saving options. Rainwater harvesting seems pretty straightforward - collect rain, store it, use it for…