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Comment on Four Heating & Cooling Myths Costing You Money by John

John — Tue, 28 Oct 2025 05:57:15 +0000

Every homeowners should read this.

Comment on Does Your Insulation Have Low Embodied Carbon? by John

John — Thu, 18 Sep 2025 08:38:19 +0000

This is very informative, thank you for sharing this.

Comment on Keep Cool Without Air Conditioning by John

John — Wed, 13 Aug 2025 11:09:05 +0000

This is informative.

Comment on The Best Cities for Living Without a Car by Tate

Tate — Tue, 27 May 2025 01:28:38 +0000

Interesting that DC is only ranked 69 for transit – their metro is super useful and goes to almost every key neighborhood in DC proper, as well as out to surrounding suburbs around the beltway.

I’ve lived here for 10 months and have had next to no need for a car since moving and love it.

Comment on Passive House Busts High Cost Myth by John

John — Thu, 17 Apr 2025 07:58:05 +0000

This is interesting, passive house are great investment.

Comment on Net-Zero vs Passive House: What are the Similarities and Differences? by John

John — Mon, 31 Mar 2025 07:57:54 +0000

Great comparison on both houses.

Comment on Finding the Best SIP Manufacturers by Sheridan Foster

Sheridan Foster — Thu, 07 Nov 2024 01:13:11 +0000

In reply to Chris. Agreed Chris! It is an important decision to make and knowing what to look for can help builders, architects, and homeowners get it right!

Comment on Does Your Insulation Have Low Embodied Carbon? by Sheridan Foster

Sheridan Foster — Mon, 30 Sep 2024 16:27:46 +0000

In reply to Mark Ginsberg.

The Carbon Impact of Insulation graphic was used with permission from https://www.buildersforclimateaction.org/
They are the owners and you would need to seek permission for use directly from them.
It is a great org. Check them out.

Comment on A Look Inside Canada’s Award-Winning Net Zero Homes by Marc Levy

Marc Levy — Fri, 27 Sep 2024 15:58:46 +0000

Prices for options presented would be helpful.

Comment on Does Your Insulation Have Low Embodied Carbon? by Mark Ginsberg

Mark Ginsberg — Mon, 19 Aug 2024 19:08:24 +0000

I would like to use the graphic in the article titled Carbon Impact of Insulation.

Comment on The Elephant in the Room: Deconstruction Reduces Embodied Carbon by Ted Reiff

Ted Reiff — Thu, 18 Jul 2024 23:07:50 +0000

The entire industry spends more time on carbon (which in many cases is a very useful element – think of carbon chains. While you addressed embodied energy and explained it quite well, the majority of people relate to the word energy more than they do carbon. My suggestion is to emphasize embodied energy with examples and do away with carbon unless it is used in technical papers. Further embodied energy is easier to measure than carbon.

Comment on Cost-Effective Retrofits: 7 Steps to Zero Energy by Kelly KC's

Kelly KC's — Fri, 28 Jun 2024 07:13:51 +0000

Hey there! If you’re looking into retrofits for your home to make it zero energy, here’s a cooling tip that’s easy to overlook but can make a big difference: consider installing window films or solar screens on your windows. These additions work by blocking a significant portion of the sun’s heat from entering your home through the windows, which can dramatically reduce the amount you need to run your AC. This simple upgrade can help keep your home cooler naturally, cutting down on your energy use and your bills. Plus, it’s a relatively low-cost improvement compared to other energy-saving retrofits, and it’s something you can even DIY over a weekend!