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| Author: | JanKu [ Wed Oct 17, 2012 11:58 am ] |
| Post subject: | Resource: Animated Video about Renewable Energy |
Dear Group Members the german non-profit organisation /e-politik.de/ e.V. has released an animated online-video about Renewable Energies and the German Energy Transition. It can be watched here: The Clip is licensed as Creative Commons and can be used and distributed for free. If you like the clip please share! Feedback would be appreciated! Best regards, Jan Künzl |
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| Author: | Ann Vole [ Wed Oct 17, 2012 5:16 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Resource: Animated Video about Renewable Energy |
the only criticism I have for that video is on their increasing efficiency part. Lighting is about 5-10% of the electrical load in homes so changing to high efficiency lights will only affect the total load less then 5% and ONLY when the use of air conditioning is required. What really uses energy is the heating and cooling systems for a home. Air-tight buildings, multi-pane windows, good sealing on windows and doors and insulation (including the basement) will all impact the 1/3 to 2/3 of the electricity load of most homes. |
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| Author: | Johhny Electriglide [ Fri Oct 19, 2012 12:59 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Resource: Animated Video about Renewable Energy |
Buildings should produce all the electricity they need with alternative non-emissions energy. Super-insulation is great, but total air tightness can lead to poor indoor air quality. Especially when there are gas pilot lights and appliances. I have a 4" door for my Cozy heater, and my hot water heater has its own air intake as required. When using our gas oven, we have to open the kitchen window 2". I use the sun oven whenever possible, sunny days above 40*F. Even the Earthship needs fresh outside air for the plants, and to reduce humidity. Except on days which are too cold. |
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| Author: | Ann Vole [ Fri Oct 19, 2012 1:26 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Resource: Animated Video about Renewable Energy |
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