Feature Articles
by Steven Bodzin
Remodeling is the perfect time to improve daylighting, direct gain heating,
and shading with passive solar techniques. It can also provide the best
opportunity to add solar water heating or even photovoltaics to a home.
by Thomas H. Greiner
Several case studies from the Iowa State University extension show that
carbon monoxide problems can occur even with new gas appliances. Proper
installation and analysis are key to avoiding or solving these problems.
by Kevin Bengtson
Customer surveys by the University of Delaware show how various methods
of displaying energy usage information get the message across.
by Roy Otterbein
Two-stage evaporative coolers operate at a fraction of the energy costs
of conventional residential air conditioning and can keep a home comfortably
cool when outside temperatures soar.
by Leo Rainer
Home Energy spoke with four experienced data logger users. Here,
they offer tips and discuss pitfalls.
Cover photo: This entryway demonstrates intelligent
use of passive solar design, including the thermal mass floor visible in
the foreground.
Courtesy of Richard H. Epstein, Greenfield/Epstein
Architects |
