ROYAL HOMES RECYCLING PROGRAM Royal Homes supports the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Specifically goal 12.5 which is to substantially reduce waste generation through prevention, reduction, recycling and reuse. The Royal Homes factory reduces waste by reusing scrap and has had a recycling program for many years. Investment in the Recycling Program: Scrap wood from […]
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More Canadians are embracing renewable energy sources to lower energy expenses and reduce their impact on the environment. Some are taking it a step further, going 100% renewable and removing their homes from the electrical grid. For families who aren’t quite ready to disconnect at home, building a cottage to be off the grid is
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Investing in solar power is a huge decision. Since mainstream solar power is relatively new, it is necessary to conduct proper research and inspection first. While the most expensive aspect of solar energy is the equipment, prices vary significantly based on the installer. However, rest assured that solar energy will guarantee savings on your energy
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One of the primary goals of most homebuyers today is to make their house as efficient and eco-friendly as possible. While adapting existing homes to meet that goal can be challenging, it is much easier to incorporate eco-friendly design when you are building from the ground up. Here are five tips to help to make
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Many families wonder about the ecological impact of building a house from scratch. This concern is understandable. A typical construction site, with its heavy machinery and bins of discarded materials, is far from environmentally friendly. Though most modern homes have many eco-friendly amenities, the process of building one takes a toll on the environment. Fortunately,
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Saving money on your electricity bill is just one of the benefits of energy efficiency in your home. In addition to this, using less energy can also translate to a less negative influence on your environment, which will improve the Earth as a whole. The good news is there are a few relatively simple practices
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A Net Zero Home produces as much energy as it consumes on an annual basis. Natural Resources Canada indicates that Net Zero Homes are not yet market feasible due to the large extra upfront costs of additional construction materials, labour and energy systems. (100 to 150K). The prototype Net Zero Homes that are being constructed
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