GCR will be helping you understand what it means to be green. Since I started Green Collar Rap people have been asking me what is it? What does it do? I always give the same answer. It’s a blog that inspires conversations with information about environmental and social issues. We now provide Home Efficiency Consulting Please take the time to check out our new page http://greencollarrap.com/hec This week we will discuss “What Green Means To You And Your Home”. From materials to mechanical systems.
Today’s Topic:: Electrical and Mechanical Systems
These points and tips are meant to be your check list. They should help you with some of your home renovations If your looking to start building your home from scratch or just making improvements.
Electrical Systems
* Selection of high efficiency light sources
* Installation of photovoltaic system to supplement electrical requirements and/or provide electricity credit to homeowner
Mechanical Systems
* HVAC (Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning)
* With high insulation envelope and passive solar design, mechanical systems can be designed to be much smaller
* High efficiency geothermal systems use heat exchanged from earth rather than air
* Pressure testing sealed duct systems to minimize leakage, maximize efficiency
* Natural Ventilation
Thank you for taking the time to read these suggestions. Feel free to drop me a email if you have more questions. ////Millen
