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Rehfeld, Barry J.
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Dwellings -- Energy consumption.
Dwellings -- Energy conservation.
Architecture and energy conservation.
Renewable energy sources.
Sustainable living.
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Rehfeld, Barry J.
Dwellings -- Energy consumption.
Dwellings -- Energy conservation.
Architecture and energy conservation.
Renewable energy sources.
Sustainable living.
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Home sweet zero energy home : what it takes to develop great homes that won't cost anything to heat, cool or light up, without going broke or crazy / Barry Rehfeld.
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Rehfeld, Barry J.
New Society Publishers, c2011.
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644
R345h
Subjects
Dwellings -- Energy consumption.
Dwellings -- Energy conservation.
Architecture and energy conservation.
Renewable energy sources.
Sustainable living.
ISBN:
9780865716988 (hc.)
0865716986 (hc.)
Description:
x, 197 p. : ill. ; 23 cm.
Notes:
"Books for wiser living, Mother Earth News, recommendation"--Cover.
Bibliography:
Includes bibliographical references (p. 175-186) and index.
Contents:
Free and clear -- Following the sun -- Eyes on the target -- Out of sight efficiency -- Taking a good look -- Cash backs and other green possibilities -- All-year all-electric comfort -- Getting into hot water -- Cool and bright ideas well done -- Sustaining the drive -- More stuff -- Under its own power -- The ratings game.
Summary:
Zero energy homes produce at least as much energy as they consume through a combination of energy efficiencies, passive design, and renewable energy production. Focusing on real costs and savings, this book takes an in-depth look at: Site selection and passive design Insulation, windows, doors, and building materials Heating and cooling Appliances and electronics Financial resources and incentives.
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