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Fall

Well, it is September 1. That means Fall is here, right? It was a rough summer. Besides August giving us day after day of 104 degree heat, we had some other challenges. We’re OK, but I’m sad to say that our gardens did not get tended very well. Just too many other concerns, and since [...]

September 1, 2010 · Bob · No Comments
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Radiant Barrier Research

A few months ago I had the opportunity to do some research on Radiant Barriers for my job. I’m presenting an expanded version of that research here. At least in Texas, Radiant Barrier companies are advertising on the radio a lot. I’ve heard some amazing claims for energy savings. After doing this research, I believe [...]

April 10, 2010 · Bob · One Comment
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Upcoming article on Radiant Barrier.

In the coming week, suburbanshift.com will be posting some research on radiant barriers. You know – the tinfoil looking stuff that goes in your attic, that the marketers say will save you 50% on your energy bill? Yeah, that stuff. A quick preview of the results:  It will not. Stay tuned…

April 5, 2010 · Bob · 2 Comments
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Small Wind Energy…

Interesting podcast about development of “Small Wind”, from renewableenergyworld.com. Click here to listen.

March 31, 2010 · Bob · No Comments
Posted in: Home Energy, Renewable Energy

A few notes on home energy use

This is our first post, and is intended to be informational. Please participate in the discussion on this thread on our discussion forum (after registering as a forum user). And of course, your blog post comments are always welcome. A few months ago I did a project on work regarding various aspects of home energy [...]

March 25, 2010 · Bob · One Comment
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