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Solargon Features & Benefits
Many housing developers provide a few headliner features which look good on paper, but don't really provide much value. Solargons, on the other hand, provide a wide variety of features and benefits which will pay for themselves over and over again.How Much Insulation Is Enough?
I'm often asked the question, "How much insulation should I install in my house"?
The Best Insulation Types for Your Home
Installing insulation is one of the most environmentally friendly things a homeowner can do. About 65 percent of U.S. houses are poorly insulated, a 2005 Harvard study estimates. Fortunately, you can cut heating and cooling bills by about 30 percent with proper insulation.
Practical Plants
Polycultures, Guilds & Companions... In addition to each plant being able to record interactions with other individual plants, users can also create polycultures or guilds of known plant combinations that work well together. We are at the very start of our collection of polycultures with The Three Sisters set up as a quick example.
Passive solar design is one of the most attractive strategies available for energy-efficient construction and green building.
Cost-Effective Passive Solar Design
Water Management
Building Plans
Building Materials
Roofing
Budget/Tiny Housing
Conventional Construction
Masonry
Land
Wells
Solar Energy
Farm and Garden
Homesteading
How-To Putter Shed - Start
The Putter Shed A putter shed is a great way to increase your outdoor storage area.Before you hire a contractor or start building, read this expert advice.
Your Green Dream Home: First Things To Consider
Food Storage
Composting Toilets