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RENEWABLES VS ENERGY SAVINGS - WHICH IS MORE SUSTAINABLE?

Lily Dittschlag & Dennis Dittschlag

May 9, 20214 min read

RENEWABLES VS ENERGY SAVINGS - WHICH IS MORE SUSTAINABLE?

Prioritizing energy efficiency & energy savings is key to becoming more sustainable. Also, what is sustainability and how can you get there

EARTH DAY: TOP TIPS FOR SAVING ENERGY AT HOME

Lily Dittschlag & Dennis Dittschlag

Apr 22, 20214 min read

EARTH DAY: TOP TIPS FOR SAVING ENERGY AT HOME

Top energy savings tips for Earth Day, the main energy consumers in your house and how to address them.

Lily Dittschlag & Dennis Dittschlag

Feb 14, 20217 min read

TOP 10 HOME BUILDING TRENDS FOR 2021

Describing the 2021 home building trends in residential architecture and design. What is today's homeowner looking for in a new home build?

OUR CONNECTION WITH NATURE THROUGH BIOPHILIC DESIGN

Lily Dittschlag & Dennis Dittschlag

Jan 24, 20219 min read

OUR CONNECTION WITH NATURE THROUGH BIOPHILIC DESIGN

Using biophilic design to connect with nature for the most comfortable home. Principles, do's and don'ts, and the sustainability aspect

TAPPING INTO THE GROUND: EXPLORING GEOTHERMAL HEAT PUMP SYSTEMS

Lily Dittschlag & Dennis Dittschlag

Dec 20, 20207 min read

TAPPING INTO THE GROUND: EXPLORING GEOTHERMAL HEAT PUMP SYSTEMS

Exploring the system design, benefits and drawbacks of geothermal heat pump systems (ground source heat pump) for residential projects

Lily Dittschlag & Dennis Dittschlag

Dec 13, 20204 min read

ROOFS AND THE TYPES OF MATERIALS USED

We often don't pay attention to our roofs until there is a problem. Read more for the pros and cons of asphalt, metal, wood and clay roofs.

WHAT DOES AN ECO-FRIENDLY, GREEN, SUSTAINABLE PASSIVE HOUSE LOOK LIKE?

Lily Dittschlag & Dennis Dittschlag

Nov 29, 20204 min read

WHAT DOES AN ECO-FRIENDLY, GREEN, SUSTAINABLE PASSIVE HOUSE LOOK LIKE?

Existing energy-efficient houses show that these types of homes don't lack in style or architectural features.

INSULATING YOUR HOME AND UNDERSTANDING THE TYPES OF MATERIALS USED

Lily Dittschlag & Dennis Dittschlag

Nov 22, 20204 min read

INSULATING YOUR HOME AND UNDERSTANDING THE TYPES OF MATERIALS USED

In a Passive House, a well insulated home is key to energy efficiency. It is important to know the pros and cons of the insulation used.

DOES IT MAKE SENSE TO INSTALL A SOLAR SYSTEM?

Lily Dittschlag & Dennis Dittschlag

Nov 15, 20208 min read

DOES IT MAKE SENSE TO INSTALL A SOLAR SYSTEM?

A look at the whole solar PV system architecture, the return on investment, and our pros and cons

COSTS AND EQUITY - PART 2: DOES BUILDING A HOME GIVE YOU INSTANT EQUITY?

Lily Dittschlag & Dennis Dittschlag

Nov 1, 20204 min read

COSTS AND EQUITY - PART 2: DOES BUILDING A HOME GIVE YOU INSTANT EQUITY?

Answering the question if building a custom home in Toronto is good for your equity compared to buying. And debunking instant equity myth.

ECONOMIC RECOVERY PLAN IS BASED ON ENERGY EFFICIENCY POLICY THAT PROMOTES PASSIVE HOUSE

Lily Dittschlag & Dennis Dittschlag

Sep 28, 20204 min read

ECONOMIC RECOVERY PLAN IS BASED ON ENERGY EFFICIENCY POLICY THAT PROMOTES PASSIVE HOUSE

The recent government plans on economic recovery are based on climate action and energy efficiency that promote passive house principles.

Lily Dittschlag & Dennis Dittschlag

Aug 31, 20204 min read

EnerPHit vs PASSIVE HOUSE CERTIFICATION

Comparison between the EnerPHit and Passive House certification criteria, including similarities and differences and why they're both valid

Lily Dittschlag & Dennis Dittschlag

Aug 23, 20204 min read

PASSIVE HOUSE CERTIFICATION CLASSES

A summary of passive house certifications and classes, covering passive house, EnerPHit, Low Energy Building in classic, plus and premium

Lily Dittschlag & Dennis Dittschlag

Jul 19, 202010 min read

SUSTAINABLE BUILDING STANDARDS

An overview of sustainable buildings standards, from building code, EnerGuide and Energy Star to LEED, Passive House and others

Lily Dittschlag & Dennis Dittschlag

Jul 11, 20207 min read

PASSIVE HOUSE IS THE FUTURE

Summary of Passive House benefits for cost savings, living comfort and sustainability, making this standard more relevant in years to come

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