Energy Efficient Homes

How to Build a Solar Furnace

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Building a solar furnace is one way of harnessing the sun. In this time of high energy costs, alternate means of generating heat are welcome. This article can help... more »

How to Build a Solar Generator

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Small solar generators can be used in a number of ways: for camping, for boating and for emergencies when the power shuts off. While you can purchase a solar generator from a number of reputable dealers, it is also possible to build one yourself ... more »

How to Build a Water Motor

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Water powers tools create electricity and move lumber to mills. Traditional water motors required the creation of a dam to control the flow and protect the motor itself. Modern designs use smaller wheels and far less water to work the gears and ... more »

How to Build a Wind Pump

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Wind pumps have been used for centuries to pump water. Wind pumps are used in remote areas to supply drinking water and for irrigation. They can also be used to generate electricity. Building a wind driven pump requires some mechanical ability ... more »

How to Build a Winiarski Rocket Stove

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A Winiarski rocket stove is an efficient wood-burning cooking stove that uses insulation to keep a fire burning hot, above 1,100 degrees F. Dr. Larry Winiarski invented the rocket stove while researching wood-burning stoves for the Aprovecho ... more »

How to Build an Induction Generator

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Because energy costs are rising, people are looking for alternative forms of power. One solution is building an induction generator. Follow these steps to construct an induction generator on your own... more »

How to Build with Eco-Friendly Strategies

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Reduce your carbon footprint! We hear this everywhere. It’s a fact that green buildings cost less to operate and maintain. But there are things to consider when you want to build “green.”.. more »

How to Buy Solar Panel that works best

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We like the word best so if we can find a way to use solar panels that works the best as it should be then why not know what it is. Solar energy can really saves you money most especially if you live in an area where the sun never sits. Just like ... more »

How to Buy A Pellet Stove

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No matter what it happening with the economy, home heating bills tend to keep going up. A pellet stove is an alternative way to heat your home. It looks like a fireplace insert or wood stove, but allows you to save quite a bit of money. Pellets ... more »

How to Buy a Solar Heating Kit

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A solar heating kit can serve a number of functions, whether it be a simple science project or an elaborate system for heating your home. Different companies sell and install a number of different types of solar heating kit. If you want to buy ... more »

How to Buy a Solar Heating Kit

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A solar heating kit can serve a number of functions, whether it be a simple science project or an elaborate system for heating your home. Different companies sell and install a number of different types of solar heating kit. If you want to buy ... more »

How to Buy a Solar Panel Charge Controller

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When you're going solar, whether it's whole house off the grid solar or you just want some backup for your RV, you'll need a solar panel charge controller. A solar panel charge controller enables you to monitor your battery charge and avoid ... more »

How to Buy a Solar Powered House

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A solar powered house is not only an environmentally responsible approach to home buying but it can save you untold amounts on the water heating and energy bills that an average family uses. Be wise when you look at the market and approach your ... more »

How to buy an Emergency Solar Power Kit

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An emergency solar power kit makes an excellent addition to any emergency kit. Although they do not supply enough power to heat your house, you may be able to charge your cell phone or save enough power to run a few lights during the night. They ... more »

How to Buy an Energy Efficient Air Conditioner

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When the summer months are sweltering, we're tempted to just leave the air conditioner on all day and all night. Sure we could do it, but our energy bill would be staggering. Having an energy efficient air conditioner, however, can help. Not only ... more »

How to Buy an Energy Efficient Dryer

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Energy costs are a major concern for any homeowner. Each month we shell out a lot of money to cover heating, electricity, water and a variety of other expenses. Your washer and dryer are also consuming energy, which is why it's so important to ... more »

How to Buy an Energy Efficient Electric Heater

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While for many it seems to make sense to run a heating system throughout your entire home, there are drawbacks in doing so. For one thing, you'll be controlling the climate in empty rooms, wasting valuable heat. Additionally, your energy costs ... more »

How to Buy an Energy Efficient Electric Heater

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While for many it seems to make sense to run a heating system throughout your entire home, there are drawbacks in doing so. For one thing, you'll be controlling the climate in empty rooms, wasting valuable heat. Additionally, your energy costs ... more »

How to Buy an Energy Efficient Freezer

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Saving money on the energy bill is something every homeowner wishes to do. But what's the best way to go about doing it? One of the first things you should do when you want to create a more energy efficient home is upgrade your existing ... more »

How to Buy an Energy Efficient Freezer

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Saving money on the energy bill is something every homeowner wishes to do. But what's the best way to go about doing it? One of the first things you should do when you want to create a more energy efficient home is upgrade your existing ... more »

How to Buy an Energy Efficient Gas Furnace

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During the winter, there's nothing worse after a long day's work than coming home to a chilly home. Nevertheless, with energy costs being what they are, it's a bad idea to run your gas furnace all day, especially if no one's home. In order to ... more »

How to Buy an Energy Efficient Hot Water Heater

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When you're trying to save money each month in energy costs, one of the first and best places to make a change is in the hot water system of your home. Homeowners can end up spending hundreds of dollars more per year than they should as a result ... more »

How to Buy an Energy Efficient Hot Water Heater

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When you're trying to save money each month in energy costs, one of the first and best places to make a change is in the hot water system of your home. Homeowners can end up spending hundreds of dollars more per year than they should as a result ... more »

How to Buy an Energy Efficient Propane Furnace

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With energy costs continually on the rise, buying energy efficient appliances has become a must. Whether we need to heat our home or cook our food, everyone wants products that aren't going to break the bank. Buying an energy efficient propane ... more »

How to Buy an Energy Efficient Propane Furnace

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With energy costs continually on the rise, buying energy efficient appliances has become a must. Whether we need to heat our home or cook our food, everyone wants products that aren't going to break the bank. Buying an energy efficient propane ... more »

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