Reviewed and Revised on 10/17/2013
Designing Energy Efficient New Homes for a Warm Climate
Reviewed and Revised on 10/25/2013
Designing for the Climate
In warm climate regions such as the Gulf where temperatures are high year round, designing for the climate means designing to reduce heat gain is the first priority. Orientation (direction a home faces) and careful planning of available home space are “free” ways available at the designing stage of new homes which can help to cut energy costs upfront and make a home comfortable and highly functional.
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Using Greywater for Home Gardening
Reviewed and Revised on 10/17/2013
What is greywater and how can it be used?
Greywater is the domestic wastewater from all sources except the toilets. As per the EPA wastewater sources can include water from:
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laundry
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shower/bath
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washing machines
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dishwasher
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kitchen sinks
Greywater can be used for home gardening and landscape irrigation. This can have two major benefits.
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It reduces the need for fresh water and hence is a great way to conserve water as well as energy. Large amounts
Questions and Answers about Shading Your Home for Energy Efficiency
Reviewed and Revised on 10/17/2013