According to a study conducted by the American Society of Heating and Air Conditioning Engineers, solar radiation through glass is responsible for approximately 20% of the load on an air conditioner.
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How to Conserve Energy with Retractable Patio/Window Awnings
(via www.sunsetter.com)
Submitted by ndvakil on Tue, 2008-05-06 21:18. | Tags: science | awning | awnings | patio | retractable | window awnings
Awnings. Yes Awnings, can help make your home more efficient.
(via www.getwithgreen.com)
Awnings are back, and they can be hip for a remodel or your new home. Better yet, they can save you energy and that equates to a better environment. This is a two article series on the benefits of awnings, and some of the unique styles that are now available!
Submitted by dput on Tue, 2008-03-11 05:25. | Tags: architecture | Architecture | awning | environment | green building | green home | window
