The Appraisal Journal 1998 (69k)
"Evidence of Rational Market Valuations for Home Energy Efficiency."

Study conducted by the United States Environmental Protection Agency showing the value of a home increases anywhere from $10 to $25 for every $1 reduction in annual fuel bills resulting from energy efficiency steps or the installation of solar energy equipment.

Electronically reprinted with permission from The Appraisal Journal (October 1998), © by the Appraisal Institute, Chicago, Illinois.

The Appraisal Journal 1999 (66k)
"More Evidence of Rational Market Valuations for Home Energy Efficiency."

Regression analyses were remarkably consistent, indicating that home value increases by about $20 for every $1 reduction in annual utility bills.

Study funded by the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

Electronically reprinted with permission from The Appraisal Journal (October 1999), © by the Appraisal Institute, Chicago, Illinois.

Attics - A Hot Topic (Large File! 6.29 MB)

A PDF copy of the excellent presentation given at our meeting of August 14, 2010 by C.T. Loyd, Technical Director of Texas HERO.

Topics include insulation, ventilation, roofing, radiant barrier, and many others. At more than 6 MB, it's a large file, but very worth the download!
 
Attics- A HOT Topic Audio Presentation by CT Loyd (VERY large file! 22.1 MB)
We also have an edited copy of the recorded audio from C.T. Loyd's presentation at our August 14 meeting. If you have a slow connection, allow ample time for the download. (Courtesy of Terry Jensen.)

Solar Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) (31k)
A two-page list of questions commonly asked by attendees at various local events such as EarthDay, Live Green in Plano, Prairie Fest, Mayfest, and others.

The Texas Manual on Rainwater Harvesting - 3rd Edition (1,944k)
Published by the Texas Water Development Board.

Xeriscape and Sustainable Landscaping (1,447k)
By Geoff Sherman, Landscape Horticulturalist with the North Richland Hills Parks and Recreation Department. Geoff is also a Certified Professional Horticulturist, Certified Arborist, and Licensed Irrigator. This presentation was given at the September 12, 2009 NTREG meeting. Geoff has generously consented to share it with everyone.