Federal Tax Credits for Energy Efficiency
June 30, 2009
Federal Tax Credits for Energy Efficiency : ENERGY STAR.
Here’s the site with the requirements for the “green” federal tax credits.
www.eternalwaterheater.com
June 30, 2009
Eternal hybrid: the world’s first and most advanced hybrid water heating system.
My friend showed me this product awhile back. This tank is a hybrid between tankless and old-school water tank systems. The advantages seem to be that water is hot more quickly because of the reservoir (although, you’ll still have the water that’s standing in the pipes be cooled down, so it won’t be completely instantaneous, I assume), then you have “endless” hot water as the tankless part kicks in. It also is cheaper to vent and you’re able to hook a waste-heat recovery system (like this) up to it, which intrigues me.
The biggest drawback seems to be the cost – depending on the model they run around $2500-3000, compared to a tankless that’s between $1000-2000. It does advertise the “green rebate” (30%) that many of these appliances are eligible for, but I assume a regular tankless would qualify for those, too. I’ll have to look that up.
Anyway, I like the possibility of pairing the waste-heat recovery system with it. That is a big plus to me. I also wonder about how the cost of installation would compare.
Traditional Home Designs
June 22, 2009
We have our first meeting tomorrow for drawing up the plans! Off we go!
Fomo Products, Inc.
June 22, 2009
Interested particularly in their eco-foam line of sealants.
Oasis Design: Grey Water Books, Ecological Design Information & Consulting.
Comprehensive resource for greywater systems. My brain is spinning…
Recommended by the folks at Homegrown Evolution. I’m also interested in The Builder’s Greywater Guide.
US Floors: Natural Cork, Bamboo, Linoleum, Hardwood Floors.
Natural flooring resource.
Collapsible Rain Barrel
June 4, 2009
I’m considering various rainwater collection devices and this Collapsible Rain Barrel from Lee Valley seems reasonably priced. I’m wondering how the vinyl would hold up after a few years, though, so perhaps a wooden or metal one would be better even though they’re more pricey. Any experiences?
