what is an ecohouse Featured what is an ecohouse The term ecohouse means different things to different people but there are some essential ingredients.
turn off the water turn off the water The way we use water is just as important for an ecohouse as the way we use energy.
turn up the power turn up the power The demand for electricity is set to increase, so how can we deliver sustainable energy to an ecohouse.
certified sustainable certified sustainable Whilst it is not essential to get formal certification for an ecohouse, these different schemes are useful to consider.
the Oxford Ecohouse the Oxford Ecohouse The Oxford Ecohouse was the subject of the seminal book “Ecohouse” by its owner, Prof Sue Roaf.
the Village Homes eco-development the Village Homes eco-development Looking very much like its suburban neighbours, Village Homes in Davis, California, is one of the earliest and best examples of eco-developments.
turn up the heat turn up the heat In colder climates even the best insulated house will need a heating system.
use linoleum use linoleum Linoleum is a high quality sustainable material made from natural tree rubber.
a house built of plants a house built of plants Plants provide many of the most sustainable building materials.
retrofit v new-build retrofit v new-build The pro’s and con’s of a new-build house rather than refurbishing an existing house.
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