Originally Posted by 15D
Originally Posted by gus
i would say yes
i am looking for land to build my own home on and i would have the lot
i plan to stay so what i spend now i wil recoup in the long run
why people wouldnt want this i dont know
Thats why I posted the poll as most seem to be into it until it comes to the bottom line. Going green costs...simple as
I'm keen to incorporate as much eco-friendly gear as possible in my latest development (109 houses) thats due to start new year.
The Grant process is so long winded (no pun
) that I'm starting the applications now.
Absolutely, and yes it does cost more up front, but choose the right technology and the pay back is fine, especially if you are installing as part of a new build.
Also as an energy manager I know what does and doesn't work.
Cam, for your develpment I would seriously consider Combined Heat and Power so you have one central generator and boiler plant feeding heat and power to all the houses. You will be able to sell the owners cheaper power, you would be able to generate LEC's which you can sell back to the energy suppliers and if you use a biomass fuel you would also be able to generate RO certificates (ROC's) which are tradable and worth as much as the power itself.
PM me if you want to chat about it.
Steer clear of small wind turbines unless you are in a specifically windy area and have space to put them away from buildings