This page includes research reports from the year long study covering cob wall performance in moisture control, temperature moderation, dew points, specific heat capacity, R Value, full energy analysis of solar thermal performance, energy profile, energy comparisons between Eco-Sense and a conventional BC residence, solar PV analysis, building code discussion, water usage, policy and barriers… nerdy stuff! In partnership with Cascadia Green Building Council, and generously sponsored by Van City and The Real Estate Foundation
Cascadia Report: Affordable, Sustainable Homes: Eco-Sense and the Future of Green Building
EcoSense Wall Performance Summary
EcoSense & the BC Building Code
The Living Building Challenge
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Question: what firm installed your grid-connected PV system? I have a place near Parksville, and I need an installer who is familiar with the process, particularly in dealing with BC Hydro. Preferably someone in the local area.
Thanks,
Derrick
Mike Isbrucker (Alternative Electric) – Electrician – Sustainable Energy supplier – grid tie
250-85-SOLAR (250-857-6527) mike@altelectric.com
Mike lives near Cowichan Lake here on Vancouver Island.
Ann