5 Green Building Ideas You Can Use (from the Net-Zero Energy House of the Future!) Have you ever heard the term “Net-Zero Energy House”? If you have and you know what it means then I probably already have your interest. But if you don’t know that term, let me explain it in the way that […]
How to Light A Whole Village Using a Mirror or Two
I’m a huge fan of innovative uses of solar energy. I’ve always been fascinated by the possibilities that come with any 100% renewable resource and solar represents one of the most promising opportunities out there. In a recent article for PopularMechanics.com, I wrote about a creative soul who figured out a way to use a […]
Radiant Barrier Roof Sheathing
If you’re building a new room addition or a whole new house you might want to check into the product shown in this short video. It’s really pretty good stuff and takes no additional work if you’re putting plywood sheathing on anyway. (probably wouldn’t be worth tearing the old plywood off in a re-roof)