Category: General Eco Stuff & Reviews

As concerns about global warming and environmental impact continue to grow, building an energy efficient home has become a priority for many home buyers. Not only can an energy efficient home save money on energy bills, but it also reduces the amount of energy needed to heat, cool, and power the home, which in turn reduces our reliance on fossil fuels and other non-renewable energy sources.
In this article, we’ll explore the must-haves when building energy efficient homes and tips for designing the most energy efficient house.
What Makes a House Energy Efficient?
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Modern eco-friendly houses in Calgary come in all kinds of forms. You will have many options based on your personal preferences and budget. While it is up to you to determine what constitutes your eco-friendly home, some of the most common considerations are:

Minimizing your carbon footprint by using renewable energy sources
You can design a home that will produce most or all the energy you will need
Or you may design a fully insulated house that is cheap to run

We spoke with Condo Management Calgary and listed the …

A common question among homeowners is whether they can turn their existing house into an energy efficient home. Most people live in old houses other than building new ones and while we love them, they may not be energy efficient. They tend to lose a lot of heat and hike our energy bills.
Fortunately, there is much that can be done to transform your home into an energy efficient home. What you do with your home will depend on your budget and the amount of upheaval you are willing to endure…

The secret to getting individuals to do greenhouse renovations is to start small. I believe you’ll be ready to go on to bigger things once you realize they’re simple and can genuinely make a major difference in your annual costs and home comfort levels.
1. Lower Your Room Temperature
Reduce the temperature in your room by maybe 1°C – if you have one or more room thermostats.  Lowering the temperature by 1°C could save you over fifty euros per…

We are living in unprecedented times and there is no better time to reduce your environmental carbon footprint and slash your bills by being more energy efficient. Today, there is a requirement for every home to meet minimum energy efficiency standards. Fortunately, there is a potential to take it to a whole new level.
Although energy efficient home designs were initially considered trendy, they are slowly becoming a lifestyle. What this means is that your home design will have a huge impact if you ever decide to put your property on sale.
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