What is the “Net Zero Greenhouse”:
Quite simply the net zero greenhouse project (hence forth referred to as NZG) is a development framework for a class of structure designed to operate (ie grow food), or act as a adjunct to a micro, subterranean, housing space located largely within the earth berm backing. As a development framework There is a lack of specificity in definition of building materials, as it is envisioned that they will vary from location to location, based on availability and price, with a careful eye towards meeting the design characteristics of the framework, such as heat retention and structural strength. For instance, the back walls structure in the above sketch is portrayed as silage bunker sections, as it was envisioned for an area with a large number of defunct dairy farms.In New England, the preferred approach would probably be a "box of rocks" system similar to that currently used in retaining walls. The front wall is portrayed as used “jersey barriers”, as these are readily available across the US, and are usually quite cheap and easy to work with. Please note, the earth berms are not shown in this image, for reasons of clarity, but are important for heat retention and insulation. Essential elements include, but are not limited to specific heat characteristics of the rear wall, the various face angles and geometries (as specified for a specific latitude), insulating characteristics of the facing materials, and the design of the overhang, which functions as both a reflector to increase#insolation during the winter, and a solar chimney during the summer. All of these initial specifications will be released and published as time allows me, but the initial concept is being published at this time for feedback, and to allow others to extend the concept. The original prototype structure was envisioned for southern NY state, but loss of backing and health issues preclude me constructing it there, or on my farm in Massachusetts.
Now with the hashtags I forgot... #solarenergy #solar #greenhouse #greenhomes #creativecommons #opensource #
Quite simply the net zero greenhouse project (hence forth referred to as NZG) is a development framework for a class of structure designed to operate (ie grow food), or act as a adjunct to a micro, subterranean, housing space located largely within the earth berm backing. As a development framework There is a lack of specificity in definition of building materials, as it is envisioned that they will vary from location to location, based on availability and price, with a careful eye towards meeting the design characteristics of the framework, such as heat retention and structural strength. For instance, the back walls structure in the above sketch is portrayed as silage bunker sections, as it was envisioned for an area with a large number of defunct dairy farms.In New England, the preferred approach would probably be a "box of rocks" system similar to that currently used in retaining walls. The front wall is portrayed as used “jersey barriers”, as these are readily available across the US, and are usually quite cheap and easy to work with. Please note, the earth berms are not shown in this image, for reasons of clarity, but are important for heat retention and insulation. Essential elements include, but are not limited to specific heat characteristics of the rear wall, the various face angles and geometries (as specified for a specific latitude), insulating characteristics of the facing materials, and the design of the overhang, which functions as both a reflector to increase#insolation during the winter, and a solar chimney during the summer. All of these initial specifications will be released and published as time allows me, but the initial concept is being published at this time for feedback, and to allow others to extend the concept. The original prototype structure was envisioned for southern NY state, but loss of backing and health issues preclude me constructing it there, or on my farm in Massachusetts.
Now with the hashtags I forgot... #solarenergy #solar #greenhouse #greenhomes #creativecommons #opensource #
This is realy a great idea.
ReplyDeleteHave you patented it yet? I know patents don't hold the same authority they once did, but wondering nevertheless.
ReplyDeleteI miss you Camilo, and wonder every week where you have gone. No, I am releasing/will release everything under CC license.
DeleteI miss you Camilo, and wonder every week where you have gone. No, I am releasing/will release everything under CC license.
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