"A republic, if you can keep it." Vegas, taxes.
"A republic, if you can keep it." Vegas, taxes.
The LA Times follows the trail of the billions California has given to fund renewable energy, often to politically connected companies. Sure, renewables are great. However much of this reeks of cronyism. Sneaky consumer fees fund it. The price of…
In a great example of resiliency and smart thinking, Gussing, a small Austrian town, faced with huge power bills now is a model of energy conservation and local renewable energy. A town people once thought was dying is now booming…
Team Austria wins the Solar Decathlon 2013 with its net zero energy solar-powered house that configures easily into various spaces. Renewable and eco-friendly construction and insulation materials made of timber are easily transported and provide indoor climate comfort and carbon-neutrality.…
Sustainable desert living is the goal of this entry. Capillary mats on ceilings circulate chilled water to provide radiant cooling. Envelope design allows greater thermal efficiency. Large openings blend boundaries between indoors and outdoors. Indoor flexspace reconfigures for various uses.…
Heating costs are expensive in New England. Students at Norwich University in Vermont have designed an affordable 2 bedroom 1 bath home with net zero energy use that will stay at 70 degrees even if it’s minus 20 outside. Wow.…