Hilary Dabney

Zane Bridgers wrote:Greetings -

It seems to me there are sort of two factions: passive solar enthusiasts and net zero enthusiasts, the latter being more focused on super-insulated, tight envelopes with minimum windows, PV + heat pump + HRV.

Thermal siphon or convection can be used to circulate water passively. all that's needed is to have water storage above the panel as well as the house.

Scott Foster wrote:Hi Hilary,  welcome to Permies!  Santa Barbara is a beautiful area.

well thanks scott.santa brabara is beautiful and i do not know if you know it but earth day started in santa barbara.

seeking sustainability on all levels. i have a background in architecture and am hoping i can make a contribution.