PROJECTS
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Straw Bale House
Using modern sustainable building methods and natural materials, the team developed and build a prototype house to showcase best practice and encourage others to adopt some or all the techiques in their design-build projects. We used innovation concrete reduction methods in the flooring, locally built timber double-glazed windows and untreated macrocarpa timber for the strucural components.
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Residential Renewables
As part of the Straw Bale house project we researched and developed a comprehensive review of the pros and cons of renewal energy options in NZ. This is set to the backdrop of NZ's world leading renewal energy based national grid.
We reviewed solar, wind, micro-hydro and more and assessed the options for cost, practically and carbon impact.
Blue Carbon
Researching and developing options for seaweed for carbon sequestration in NZ
EVs
We have developed a basic guide for those looking into EVs. While they are better for the environment and cheaper to run, people have questions about the best way to go for their lifestyle, the planet and their pocket.
Composting - domestic and commercial
We have ideas for setting up and running compost systems on both domestic and commercial scales.
Zero Waste
Find out more about how you can reduce your waste to landfill with some simple ideas.