PV Gap

Gloria Said:

Going solar: please share your experiences! Like to install solar HWS, heating etc. Live in Victoria Australia?

We Answered:

Solar Hot Water would be worth having (and not too expensive), solar panels probably aren't worth it.

You should ignore those who suggest paying extra for electricity from the grid as that is pretty much just a fraud (it has been known to sell more power from 'renewables' than was actually generated) leaving aside the whole problem of wind not being able to actually replace coal.

Jamie Said:

I decided to spend around £5000 on my home to make it more efficient....?

We Answered:

Insulation
Heat recovery ventilation sytem,
Air source heat pump to warm house air / ground source heat pump serving u/floor heating.

Creating a veg garden costs peanuts.

Denise Said:

How should I go about building my own home?

We Answered:

Unless you've got construction experience building a house on your own might not be the best idea. Your best bet is to do some research about location and then find a contractor that is familiar with "green" building techniques and let him do the work. One person building a house is a years long project even if you are familiar with the myriad construction trades involved in doing it.