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I am planning to build a modular home. Passive solar, smartglass, geothermal system, radiant floor heating desired. Can you give advice?

— merri Norfolk, VA

Answered by Harold Remlinger, AIA, LEED AP, NCARB on February 24, 2011

We are considering a 10,000 sq ft steel building as a childcare center in WV. Is it worth going solar?

— Leighton Duncan Martinsburg, WV

Answered by Harold Remlinger, AIA, LEED AP, NCARB on February 24, 2011

We want a solar energy system that will allow us a week of power in the event of an outage, and save on electricity each month. Suggestions?

— Beth High Rolls Mountain Park, NM

Answered by Harold Remlinger, AIA, LEED AP, NCARB on February 14, 2011

Are there regulations that limit the types of trees a neighbor can plant to the south of an existing PV array?

— Diana Santa Rosa, CA

Answered by Harold Remlinger, AIA, LEED AP, NCARB on February 9, 2011

Are the poly resins used in quartz countertops VOC-producing? Are there toxins in them that can wear off onto your hands?

— Jennifer Midland, MI

Answered by Harold Remlinger, AIA, LEED AP, NCARB on February 9, 2011

Which is better for energy saving: a white or a dark roof?

— Felix San Antonio, TX

Answered by Harold Remlinger, AIA, LEED AP, NCARB on February 9, 2011

Can a hot water heater be used with the systems used for in-floor heating?

— pam Berwick, PA

Answered by Harold Remlinger, AIA, LEED AP, NCARB on February 7, 2011

Has anyone had experience with sustainable insulation, in this case fire treated paper insulation?

— Tracy Scottsdale, AZ

Answered by Harold Remlinger, AIA, LEED AP, NCARB on February 7, 2011

Can I use solar to upgrade a 5th wheel travel trailer to eco friendly? If so where do I get started?

— cori Panama City, FL

Answered by Harold Remlinger, AIA, LEED AP, NCARB on February 7, 2011

I'm considering building a solar water heater using a 55-gallon drum and 1/2" black plastic tube. Advice?

— Laurie Fox Alpine, TX

Answered by Harold Remlinger, AIA, LEED AP, NCARB on February 4, 2011

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