I shared this newsletter with friends I thought would want to be called to action. It was again a beautifully written and spoke volumes to me. A friend wants to be in on the action plan and I think the best way is for her to get back issues. If she signs up, are the back issues available. I think you are truly inspiring.
I fervently agree with all you describe above; however if there is motivation to make change, push harder at the local level. Change Freeport building codes to require new structures to maximize solar opportunities. This comment is not the place to get into specifics, but in general, changes in codes must result in situating homes, retail establishments, parking lots, etc. with required energy efficiency minimum standards. We don't need another study, we don't need a march on Main Street...we need our neighbors and businesses to all BUILD BACK BETTER by building BEYOND current codes. NOW. Daniel Freund
Hi Kathleen! I enjoy your weekly articles. Thanks so much. RE War: Again, which type of heat pumps are recommended? The type that use outside air as a source or the type that use the ground? Ground Source Heat Pumps are about three times more efficient than Air Source Heat Pumps requiring less electricity to power them. Since there isn't enough renewable electricity in some countries to power an increased electricity demand, more energy efficient, ground source heat pumps would be a good option. And, in really cold climates air source heat pumps can require a back-up source of heating during freezing cold days. Ground source heat pumps require either vertical boreholes or horizontal trenches to install the closed loop piping. There is also direct use geothermal that many European countries are using to heat their cities. I look forward to your next piece.
I shared this newsletter with friends I thought would want to be called to action. It was again a beautifully written and spoke volumes to me. A friend wants to be in on the action plan and I think the best way is for her to get back issues. If she signs up, are the back issues available. I think you are truly inspiring.
I fervently agree with all you describe above; however if there is motivation to make change, push harder at the local level. Change Freeport building codes to require new structures to maximize solar opportunities. This comment is not the place to get into specifics, but in general, changes in codes must result in situating homes, retail establishments, parking lots, etc. with required energy efficiency minimum standards. We don't need another study, we don't need a march on Main Street...we need our neighbors and businesses to all BUILD BACK BETTER by building BEYOND current codes. NOW. Daniel Freund
Hi Kathleen! I enjoy your weekly articles. Thanks so much. RE War: Again, which type of heat pumps are recommended? The type that use outside air as a source or the type that use the ground? Ground Source Heat Pumps are about three times more efficient than Air Source Heat Pumps requiring less electricity to power them. Since there isn't enough renewable electricity in some countries to power an increased electricity demand, more energy efficient, ground source heat pumps would be a good option. And, in really cold climates air source heat pumps can require a back-up source of heating during freezing cold days. Ground source heat pumps require either vertical boreholes or horizontal trenches to install the closed loop piping. There is also direct use geothermal that many European countries are using to heat their cities. I look forward to your next piece.