Talking to Deniers
How To Talk To A Climate Change Denier Or Conversational Tips For Those Unfortunate Souls Found Within Earshot Of Those Individuals Who Deny The Overwhelming Scientific Consensus That Human Activities […]
How To Talk To A Climate Change Denier Or Conversational Tips For Those Unfortunate Souls Found Within Earshot Of Those Individuals Who Deny The Overwhelming Scientific Consensus That Human Activities […]
I encounter a lot of “semi-conditioned” spaces in my work. Homeowners inexplicably seem to love them, and builders and architects don’t do enough to talk them out of it. Please,
Buffer spaces are (almost always) evil Read More
We are looking into adding some more PV to our exisiting net metered 3.8 KW system along with a compatible amount of batteries. The idea being to produce enough to
Building or Buying Green: An introduction to green building certification in Western North Carolina Maggie Leslie Green buildings use less energy, water, and materials than code-built homes. According to the
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I came across this Green Police 2 minute video (https://bcove.me/ryhxnqc9) and was impressed by the difference in the AC vs DC fans they tested.( These guys are often worth the
I’ve never been a fan of hot water recirculating loops. I feel like they’ve been oversold as a “green feature” and a few particularly bad ones have resulted in really
Finally! A decent alternative to hot water recirculating loops Read More
Indoor Air Quality Checklist Maggie Leslie Ensuring healthy indoor air quality in a home starts with the very foundation. Many simple building techniques, from radon-resistant construction to drainage planes, can
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I think you would all agree with me if I said communication bridges gaps, improves performance and, in general, good communication usually results in a more positive experience for all
Using the Appraisal Addendum to Increase the Value of your Certified Home Read More
Over the 12 years that I have been building here in Asheville, this has remained the most frequently asked question that I receive. It is always one of the very first
Per Square Foot: How much does it cost to build a new green home? Read More
Welcome to Western North Carolina, home of ancient mountains and rainforest conditions. If you build here, be ready for tight building schedules, limited budgets, and small steep lots. Builders need
Runoff – a Sod Swale Read More