Tom Bacc

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• Hybrid Cars Made Simple

  11/25/2007

  Hybrid cars and how they work. This is a simple explaination how how a hybrid operates and a reality check on some of the hype that surrounds them.
• Energy Star for Homes: What is it and Do I Want It?

  11/23/2007

  Soon enough, all new homes will have the energy star rating. But, do you want it now? In this article, I babble on endlessly about the key points of the Energy Star program.
• Radiant Heat: the Pros and Cons

  11/16/2007

  There is a lot of hype about radiant heating. It's popular in Europe and starting to catch on here. Find out if it is worth the investment for you.
• Reducing Your Home Energy Costs with a Solar PV System

  11/10/2007

  Part of the "reducing your home energy costs" series. This time I discuss the Pros and Cons of solar. How it works, what it costs, how much you'll save.
• Insulation: R-values, U-values, and Other Such Mind-numbing Stuff

  11/9/2007

  A continuation of the "Reducing your home energy costs" series. This article covers the basics of U and R values and insulation. Things you would otherwise never have learned ... even at gunpoint.
• Reduce Your Home Energy Costs by Repairing Your Windows

  11/8/2007

  An in-depth look at windows. Repairing, airsealing, replacing.
• Air Sealing to Cut Energy Costs - Attics

  11/6/2007

  Part 2 of the "Reducing Energy Costs" post. Step by step on how to air-seal the ceiling/attic plane of your home. (oh yeah ... and save money)
• Reduce Your Home Energy Bills and Save the Environment (And Save a Few Bucks)

  11/2/2007

  A disscusion (not really, only I do any talking) of simple fixes to save serious $$ on home energy bills. (and save the planet and resources ... and blah blah blah ... and, did I mention the money?)...cheap fixes you can do yourself and the basic concepts behind them.