A group of researchers from MIT World Peace University in India has conducted an extensive review of all direct expansion solar heat pump (DX-SHP) technology for domestic heating applications like ...

Solar energy has been around for a long time now, which means it's become much more accessible to normal homeowners. With solar panels or collectors installed on your roof, you can take advantage of ...

An international research group led by Germany’s Karlsruhe Institute of Technology conducted energy, economic, and environmental assessments of 54 photovoltaic-thermal (PVT) indirect-expansion (IDX) ...

• Hot-water usage: Since the more hot water you use the more money you save with a solar heating system, large households will save a lot more by going solar. For example, a family of four will save a ...

Sustainability is a crucial consideration for any new project. People are more aware of climate issues and environmental regulations are rising. In light of this shift, sustainable building design ...

Startup Cala Systems, which makes seriously smart heat pump water heaters, has secured $5.6 million in seed funding and commercially launched its product. The round was led by the Massachusetts Clean ...

Having spent 30+ years in residential construction, contracting, remodeling, maintenance and home repair, Deane now contributes DIY, informational and financial content as a freelance writer and ...