Tuesday, March 8, 2011

Self Sustaining Homes

Wind turbine

The helix S322 2.0 KW axis wind generate produces usable power at 11 mph with optimum speed at 15.6 mph. The model units are 10 feet, 10 inches tall with a 4 foot by 8.66 foot rotor dimension. (housing of the Northwest Property). Many horizontal residential models resemble are 3 foot to 10 foot blade span. It takes 8 mph winds to kick an average turbine into gear and about 15 mph to generate electricity. United States wind maps show the strongest guests in the middle states, off coasts and near mountains. An average residential model generates 1 kW to 10kW according to AWEA. A 10 kW unit could completely power an average home in good wind conditions. A 2 kW model provides just supplement power but is a more manageable size. Most residential systems cost $15000 to $20000 installed by turbine dealers.

Solar electric

The 5.4 KW PV system, consisting of 24 sun power SPR-255 BLK solar panels generates an output of 4119 KWh per year. (housing of the Northwest Property)

Green Roof

Vegetated roofs filled with growing medium and a selection of sedums chosen especially for the location and condition. Enables rain water to be harvested to a gallon cistern providing irrigation for the site.

Window Flashing

Vapor flashing, factory formed corners and vapor sill savor are engineered to prevent moisture intrusion around the windows or doors.

Compost filled living wall

Provides an attractive alternative to a concrete or masonry wall, absorbs storm water and produces oxygen

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