Houses and dwellings have a significant impact on the environment, climate change and ecology. Optimizing or changing your home to make it more ecological is not a luxury but a necessity! This need will become more and more pressing and must, from today, be the subject of sustainable interests and investments by all!
Green building, bioclimatic house, positive house or passive house, low consumption building (BBC), thermal comfort, ecological air conditioning, ecological lighting, gray energy of the building, sustainable construction and materials, heating and insulation, garden and vegetable patch, Water Management… Are some of the themes discussed here and forums.
Although it is very practical during hot weather, the air conditioner is particularly energy efficient. The use of air conditioning can increase the energy bill by 15 to 25% during periods of heat waves, even though this is already one of the most expensive items of expenditure. hearths. Besides the installation of an air conditioning system […]
It is not uncommon for the lawn to represent 50% of the total surface of the garden when the total surface allows it. It is therefore normal to devote a little more time to it, because even if your flowers would be beautiful or colorful, a badly cut lawn would spoil the whole. To take care of your lawn, […]
Reducing the energy bill is at the heart of everyone's concerns given its annual increases. For 2020, the government confirms a 2,4% increase in the electricity bill from February, which corresponds to 21 euros more. Fortunately, it is possible today to […]
On a daily basis, it is essential to detach from digital, tablets, television screens to rediscover the pleasures of activities in the garden or outside and games in the real world. Indeed, you can also have fun while enjoying what nature offers and experiencing a real ecological awakening, and […]
Designing and furnishing a garden in an ecological way means making a contribution to the protection of the environment and natural resources. But at the same time, the garden is a real living space that turns into a space for relaxation. It is therefore important to put comfortable and trendy furniture in it, to fully enjoy […]
The ecological house, also called eco-construction is a type of housing specially designed to be more environmentally friendly, producing less pollution and allowing energy savings. It also guarantees to reduce the energy needs of the home. Building an ecological house therefore involves the use of processes and […]
The consumption habits of the past fifty years have considerably transformed the face of the planet. In addition to encroaching a little more each day on the natural spaces, vital for the survival of innumerable animal and vegetable species, the modern Man draws always further and always more abundantly in the natural resources of the Earth, […]
From 15 to 20% of French households use a non-collective sanitation system (ANC). According to the IFAA (French Industries and Companies of Autonomous Sanitation), 60% of the market is intended for new constructions, which favor 90% the approved sectors. Among all the solutions available, there is one newly approved and promised to a […]
You have finally decided to adopt renewable energies. It's a good resolution! There, you immediately think of solar energy. It's a great option, but be aware that heat pumps also make your wallet and mother nature happy. In this article, we invite you to discover 6 […]
Whether built or lost, the attic is the first place where heat escapes in a house. 30% of the heat losses are made by the roof. To improve the energy performance of the house, good insulation of the attic is therefore essential. Insulation specialist for over 10 years, BT Concept Eco supports individuals […]
Conventional boilers are becoming more and more obsolete for heating homes. Indeed, they are very polluting and their performance is still average, which often pushes us to adjust the thermostat to the highest at the onset of winter. As a result, our heating bill is reaching new heights and we have a [...]
In response to the 2017 Climate Plan announced in July to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050, energy retrofit of homes is a national priority. In this context, the government is increasing assistance to individuals who carry out energy renovation work in their homes. Insulation, ventilation, heating are concerned. These [...]
Solutions to increase your thermal comfort and keep you warm without exploding your heating bills! Winter is fast approaching and with it, the prospect of having to run the heating system of the house thoroughly to get hot. Source of overconsumption of energy, this generates, of course, an increase in the energy bill. In […]
Whether it's a move to the same city or another region, or moving a studio or a single-family home, individuals are more and more alone. But moving alone does not mean without equipment and the issue of the ecological footprint of your move is a must. Besides the purchase of boxes, the [...]
Winter is coming and it's time to fill up the oil tank. And if you would take the opportunity to think about investing in a wood heating? Whether it is main or in addition, it is the most sustainable and ecological way of heating. If it presents some constraints, it allows to make substantial savings. [...]
Gas heating is a solution chosen by many households. While in cities the choice of natural gas is the most common option, propane gas in tanks is a very common alternative outside agglomeration. What are the benefits of this energy? What about its price and its character [...]
You decided to build an ecological house? All in your honor ! But have you considered the insurance you will choose to protect your home, as well as green equipment? Some information should help you better understand the problem of insurance equipment. Remember to keep your insurer informed [...]
The health and environmental benefits of LED lighting in your homes LED lighting continues to attract more and more users attentive to the benefits of low-energy LED bulbs not only on their health but also on the environment. In fact, compared to incandescent, halogen and compact fluorescent bulbs, LED bulbs are a solution to the [...]
How to benefit from a design lighting, efficient, ecological and economic with LED bulbs E27 The choice of lighting equipment, whether you are an individual or a professional, is associated with major issues. Equipping all the rooms of the house or the whole of a workplace has a cost, consumes energy and requires a [...]
What are the real benefits of sustainable construction? All media extol the virtues of sustainable construction and eco-construction. But what is it really about? And what kind of constructions is it really a solution for the future of our environment? Here is some information about an architecture more respectful of nature, but [...]
The technologies of electric heaters on the market in 2019: what to choose for your project? Heating a home from renewable energy can significantly reduce electricity costs. Unfortunately, many people can not opt for renewable energy (RE) heating solutions because of the incompatibility of these types [...]
Enlighten your professional space by preserving the environment: this is possible thanks to the LED panel The professional setting does not lack the requirements regarding the layout and lighting. This is a detail of paramount importance. Workers must have a comfortable and well-lit space. Fluorescent bulbs, used for many years, are losing [...]
According to the Uniclimat union, almost 500 000 reversible air conditioning in 2017 has passed, the result of a stable progression of about 8% each year. The French are attracted by this technology that ensures the thermal comfort of a house or apartment without a high bill. It persists however a certain skepticism with regard to [...]
Having shutters is important to secure your windows during the night or your absences, but also to hide the light of day. More and more individuals are choosing the roller shutter because of its ease of use, reliability and aesthetics foolproof. If you want to equip [...]
Eco-friendly tiles, limiting the gray energy of building materials Following our article on responsible green building, here is an article on a specific material for construction or renovation: ecological tiles. Tiling is the favorite flooring of the French with over 100 million m² already installed in the hexagon. The market […]
Eco-responsible construction: how much does it cost? The general public is now much more aware of the respect of the environment in all the gestures of everyday life. These good practices are also entering into construction and renovation. Indeed, the building accounts for 24% of the French ecological footprint, ahead of the [...]
Whether we are in our home or at our workplace, the installation of a ventilation and aeration system is mandatory to preserve our health. Without it, the air in rooms heavily polluted by its occupants or by various pollutants (radioactive gas, Volatile Organic Compounds, formaldehyde, etc.) would be unbreathable. To renew constantly [...]
After a winter 2017-2018 long, gray and cold, spring is here and there! The sunny days are coming back, the temperatures are rising and with them, the risks of heat wave or heat wave. If it is rather easy to fight against the cold, protect yourself from the heat is more difficult and [...]
Beijing's problem: to reduce its emissions of NOx (oxides of nitrogen) from boilers for public health. Strict limits on NOx emissions from boilers were introduced to fight smog in Beijing. Dr. Gregory Zdaniuk, Joel Moreau and Lu Liu are studying the use of wet combustion, a subject mentioned [...]
The gray energy and the "gray CO2" of construction: the hidden face of the building and construction sector. The orientations of European policy on the gray energy of construction. The new data on climate change will inevitably lead us to drastically reduce our fossil energy consumption, in particular [...]
The gray energy of construction and the "gray CO2" components, the hidden face of the building and construction sector. The orientations of European policy on the gray energy of construction. The new data on climate change will inevitably lead us to drastically reduce our fossil energy consumption, [...]
Energy Label: The UFC has just released a study on product performance and sustainability that is a rising consumer concern. While the revision of the Energy Label Directive is still ongoing at the European level, the UFC - Que Choisir publishes the final results of a qualitative survey (1) which highlights the very [...]
For the 5th consecutive year, the Algeco brand has launched an architecture competition for young architects and students of interior architecture and design *. This year, for the 2015-2016 edition, the theme was: “Transit 2025: what is a transit location in 10 years? ". The objective was therefore to offer […]
Page cover of this topic of our forums What is the actual price of a shower or bath depending on the water consumed? Let us try to estimate the real price of a shower (or a bath, only the quantity of water changes) according to the following formula: Price = price of water + price of heating water. So the longer it is […]
Tests and performance tests on a reversible air conditioning Inverter reversible heat pumps are "in fashion", many are installed either for the air conditioner mode or for the heating mode, or the 2. What are the actual performances of a heat pump 1er price (549 euros + connection kit)? We tried [...]
Comparison of interior and exterior insulation techniques. Find out more: - Comparison of interior VS exterior insulation on the forum- Insulation and heating forum Introduction Insulation is the best method to save energy: the heating bill for buildings represents around 40% of the overall energy bill in a country, the potential for gain […]
Burner with blue flame MHG RE 1H / RE 1HK: Installation, operation and maintenance Blue flame burner according to DIN 51.603 Further information: - The blue flame burner Logatop from Buderus- Manufacture of a blue flame burner from a flame- A yellow flame burner Download the file (a subscription to the Newsletter [...]
Are thermodynamic heating, heat pumps and geothermal energy an environmentally and economically acceptable solution? Article freely inspired by the reflections of this topic This article concerns thermodynamic heating, very "fashionable", especially for individuals who are wondering about the choice of their future means of heating because the information that circulates […]
Conversion of Lumens to Lux and examples of recommended lighting powers depending on the location or use of the room (in Lux) The Lux is a lighting unit, the Lumens too. How to convert Lux to Lumens and vice versa? Here is what you need to know about them: 1 Lux = 1 Lumens per m² The Lux is […]
YtongMultipor Insulation of Inside Walls Mini Guide of Xella on the use in interior insulation of Multipor, mineral insulation of light cellular concrete type. YTONGMultipor: efficient interior façade insulation Belgium has some four million dwellings, many of which are decades old and require renovation to meet the needs of [...]
YtongMultipor in exterior façade insulation Mini Guide to Xella on the exterior façade installation of Multipor, light cellular concrete insulation. YTONGMultipor: the insulation and coating system for the exterior of the facades The facades of houses are often subjected to a severe test by being exposed to the vagaries of the climate. A good part […]
Xella YTONGMultipor: The system for insulating cellars and underground car parks. Application guide of the Multipor application in cellars, parking and ceilings. YtongMultipor, the powerful mineral insulation board. YtongMultipor combines: - High thermal insulation - Optimum fire safety - Good soundproofing - Simple implementation - Finishing function [...]
Presentation guide for solutions for Xella-saving constructions The document presents 6 insulation solutions using Xella products: Ytong, YtongMultiPor, Silka and Hebel. .pdf of 3 Mo. 24 pages. Read more: Download another guide Xella: a guide to sustainable construction with Xella Isoler with Xella Multipor: products and monitoring [...]
Building sustainably with Ytong, Silka and Multipor de Xella: low-energy, low-energy and passive houses Guide very well done on the energy-saving habitat edited by Xella, cellular concrete manufacturer (Ytong), silico-limestone blocks (Silka) and of cellular insulation blocks (Multipor). .pdf of 44 pages. Introduction: building sustainably: for what, what and [...]
Video presentation of the Legnobloc, cinder block made of cementitious wood. With the integration of polystyrene insulation, this block of cement wood (at least on paper) offers very good thermal and mechanical performance for low-energy buildings (BBC) and the RT2012 standard. Read more, discussion and technical characteristics: Legnobloc, the cinder block in [...]
Storage of thermal energy by crystallization of Sodium Acetate. Temperature before crystallization: 21 ° CAfter: more than 50 ° C. To find out more: - Use sodium acetate as a thermal buffer - Storing solar thermal energy with palm oil or other phase-change materials - Phase change solar balloon
The decree of the RT2012 was published at the end of October 2010. The RT2012 will replace RT2005 as follows: a) all building permits filed more than one year after the date of publication of the decree - either from 28 October 2011 - for new office or teaching buildings , [...]
2012 Thermal Regulation (RT2012). Full text published in the Official Journal October 27 2010. .pdf of 42 pages. Learn more: The RT2012 on forums Download the official text of the RT2005 Download the file (a subscription to the Newsletter may be required): RT2012, full text of the Official Journal
The lounge forum bois de Marvejols presents a BBC wooden house in Lozère The first BBC labeled wooden house in Lozère qualified as “the most waterproof house in France” (BBC: Low Consumption Building) In February 2010, the ORLHAC sarl company built the first house wood labeled BBC in Lozère (Maison LAGLOIRE in Montrodat) […]
The lounge forum bois de Marvejols presents an automatic wood heating network in Lozère Interview with Claude De Sousa, exhibitor at the Forum Bois 2010: a heating network and a unique supply platform at Aumont-Aubrac Commissioned only a few months ago, the automatic wood boiler of SARL […]
