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Energy Efficient ConstructionThermal scans identify ways to save energy, money, and the planet and have a comfortable, less-drafty house.
Most housing in the Bay area built before the 1950's has little or no insulation, resulting in a huge loss of heat energy during the colder weather. This translates into 12 pounds of Carbon Dioxide per therm of natural gas burned to heat a home. For a home burning 80 or more therms per month, that's roughly 1,000 pounds of greenhouse gases escaping into the environment from your furnace. The following images were taken at two residences in the bay area. These images were taken during the January 12-16, 2007 cold spell where outside temperatures dropped to the low 20's F. Inside temperatures were roughly 65-68 degrees F. 1923 Craftsman Bungalow, exterior images 1923 Craftsman Bungalow, interior images Typical interior heat leaks in any home Leaking heater ducts in crawlspace How does infrared thermal imaging work, anyway? For
more ideas on greening your life, visit www.CityofBerkeley.info/Sustainable Updated January 22, 2007 |
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