Heatwaves are more frequent. Here are some relief strategies by Nicolás Boullosa on September 9, 2022 We were still talking about heat waves affecting the European continent and potentially shaping the continent’s future. Then, the focus …
La carrera contra el calor: bienestar térmico y aire acondicionado by Nicolás Boullosa on September 1, 2018 La tolerancia al calor es subjetiva, pero también generacional y cultural. Con la actitud, hidratación y protección que demandan las …
Geoexchange: how to let earth heat and cool your home by Kirsten Dirksen on May 6, 2010 Frederick Corson’s 5000 square foot home in Northern California’s wine country is much bigger than the average home, but it’s …
How to make a mini solar air-conditioner (swamp cooler) by Andy on December 23, 2009 Here’s a DIY to make a simple, cheap, and energy-efficient air conditioner with basic materials that should cost less than …
Climate control for sidewalks: making stores close the door by Kirsten Dirksen on July 5, 2009 A loophole exists in our global warming awareness. As most of us are are investing in energy saving appliances and …
Can whitewash, tinted windows & closed doors save the earth? by Kirsten Dirksen on July 4, 2009 The fight against climate change has taken a rather low-tech turn lately. Obama’s Energy Secretary Stephen Chu wants to fight …
Permaculture house: passive solar as AC by Kirsten Dirksen on May 26, 2009 Permaculture is a basis for design that mimics “the patterns and relationships found in nature”. When applied to home temperature …
