Episodes

  • AE049 - Adding Humidity
    Feb 7 2023
    This episode we discuss the adding humidity, how engineers look at it, the initial steps of humidity, and going permanently installed. Listen to know what to learn before you poke holes in your system.
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    28 mins
  • AE049 - No Gas New York
    Dec 4 2022
    On this podcast we discuss a law in New York City that limits fuels for new construction. We talk about a similar law for upstate, undertaking this while going electric for cars and renewable for electric generation.
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    21 mins
  • AE046 - Super Insulated Homes
    Sep 8 2021
    Super Insulated homes are seen as the energy efficiency pinnacle. Their low heating and cooling loads make heating and cooling seem optional, but we are missing part of the story. This week we talk about the unspoken effect of the super insulated house and why it is probably the reason your air conditioning is running right now. Also, why just adding more and more insulation might not always make your utility bill go down.
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    32 mins
  • AE045 - Replacing Central Air
    Jun 10 2021
    This week we talk about things you should know before replacing your central air system and how to add efficiency and comfort when replacing the system. Some common associated work, new system options and some of the lingo to help the average home owner talk to their HVAC guy.
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    21 mins
  • AE041 - OTEC Ocean Power
    Oct 20 2020
    This podcast is about Ocean Power and Ocean Thermal Energy Conversion. How it doesn't use fossil fuel, makes reliable power, isn't renewable and why we don't have it.
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    28 mins
  • AE020 - Multi Family Values
    Dec 22 2016
    This week on the podcast we talk with a guest about how energy efficiency effects multifamily loans, profitability, and energy audit "comps". Also why Spotify premium is better than your utility bill.
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    29 mins