Solar Tubes

Posted on July 1, 2009 with No Comments

Solar tubes are a quick, easy and cost effective way to bring natural light into home as this collects the sunlight from top of the roof through a reflective tube and sends light down to a diffuser fixed in the ceiling. On the top of most solar tubes, there is a dome, which collect sun light and the tubes reflect the light down into your home.

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Energy Recovery – Controlled Ventilation Systems

Posted on June 27, 2009 with No Comments

Ventilation is the exchange of inside air with outside air. There are two types of home ventilation systems one is natural wherein air comes into the house by means of open doors & windows and other is mechanical ventilation wherein electrical devices like fans are used to circulate and purify the air.

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Indoor Air Quality

Posted on June 23, 2009 with No Comments

Everyone spends a great portion of time inside homes and workplaces. In a recent survey done by US Environmental Protection Agency, it was estimated that mostly people spend 90 to 95 percent of time indoors. That is why Indoor Air Quality is very important in everyone’s life.

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Natural Day Lighting

Posted on June 19, 2009 with No Comments

The healthiest and most environment friendly way to save energy is to let the natural light come in the home during the day. Natural light should be controlled and spread properly all over the house. Letting in sunlight is good for your health also. For allowing natural light windows play a very vital role.

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Insulating For Energy Efficiency

Posted on June 15, 2009 with No Comments

Insulation means protection by coating a material to stop loss of heat or annoyance of sound. This is also a way to save money on heating bills and to reduce the carbon emissions which in turn reduces the pollution. Insulation generally has initial costs, but it is a long term investment and it will pay back the cost itself through energy efficiency.

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Fire Safety – Choices that Fight Fire Devastation

Posted on June 10, 2009 with No Comments

Fire is one of the few things created by God that can create havoc. It can destroy houses and buildings completely. Homes made by humans with a lot of love and affection. And it is threatened mainly by fire, both, inside the house and outside as well.

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Alternative Pesticides – Integrated Pest Management

Posted on June 6, 2009 with No Comments

An environmentally sensitive and effective approach towards pest management is called Integrated Pest Management. These programs use information regarding the life cycles of the pests and their effect on the environment, and hence use pest control in such a way so that there is minimum damage to environment.

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Energy-Efficient Appliances

Posted on June 2, 2009 with Comments Off

The common home causes more air pollution than the normal car because most of the energy in our homes comes from power plants, which burn fossil fuel. Burning fossil fuels causes air pollution and contributes to smoke, acid rain and global warming.

Some of the main appliances in your home are refrigerators, washing machine, dishwashers, and air conditioners which stand for major energy consumption.

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Energy Efficient Windows

Posted on May 28, 2009 with Comments Off

Windows are our home’s one of the most useful and attractive part. Windows provide us with light, outside views, ventilation and nice sun light in winters. They also account for 10% to 25% of your heating bill. Installing energy efficient windows, curtains and shade reduce your energy bills.

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Conservation Easement

Posted on May 24, 2009 with Comments Off

Private lands in the United States are permanently conserved by Conservation Easement. It is the most powerful and effective tools available for it and is widely used in United States. Its usage has successfully helped in the protection of millions of acres of wildlife and open space, helping to keep land private and generating benefits to public.

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