FHB Podcast Segment: Energy Consumption in a Pretty Good House
Ian Schwandt goes into detail about energy-usage trends in his Pretty Good House in this FHB Podcast Segment.
In episode 648 of the Fine Homebuilding Podcast, host Ian Schwandt talks about his experience building a Pretty Good House and managing its energy consumption. He mentions that over the past three years, his heating and electricity costs have been relatively low, with around 45% of heating provided by heat pumps. Additionally, Ian explains how he used spreadsheets and data analysis to track energy usage and make informed decisions on materials. Listen to the full episode, or watch this Podcast Segment to get all the details.
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