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An Evolving Story - Meet the Molloys
Ray Molloy has a long standing passion for protecting the environment, evidenced in his work as Wakatipu Biodiversity Assets Ranger for the Department of Conservation. He...
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No Waste of Time
Implementing a Construction Waste Management Plan is no waste of time. Construction waste makes up half of New Zealand’s total waste going to landfill. According to BRANZ, "It...
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Queenstown and Central Otago homes to have energy efficiency ratings
Stuff.co.nz publishes story, 9 February 2017, about Sustainable Homes Organisation (SHO) Central Otago, a group of like-minded industry professionals supporting the Homestar rating system to evaluate the energy efficiency of...
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An Evolving Story - Meet Kati and Phil
In 2015, Kati and her partner, Phil, built an energy-efficient home with Evolution in Quail Rise, a suburb of Queenstown. They now have a new baby,...
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The Heat is On; Six Ways to keep Power Bills Down
As temperatures dip, power bills rise. Most homes use at least one electric appliance to add heat, from an eco-panel plugged into the wall to hydronic underfloor...
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An Airtight Explanation
Airtightness is probably the most difficult concept to explain when describing the elements that contribute to creating an energy efficient house. Oxygen is an integral part of...
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Storing the Sun
The new Tesla battery sits on the horizon of the sustainable building market, shining a beacon of hope to all of us who are waiting to...
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Cold Outside? Trends features Evolution home
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Building: Why a Six Rating Counts
"More homes are getting advertised as "energy-efficient" in the property market, but there needs to be an independent standard by which these claims can be assessed...
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Eight Tips for Selecting the Right Site
Building your home is one of your most important investments, financially and emotionally. The location of the home will determine so much of its value, from...
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