LOCALLY GROWN: Sealing the gaps for sustainability
Wednesday, June 30, 2010 | 11:05 a.m. CDT;
updated 11:14 a.m. CDT, Wednesday, June 30, 2010
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¦ Michael Burden, Wonsuk Choi
Barbara Buffaloe, the sustainability manager for the city of Columbia, is walking the sustainability walk by upgrading her home for maximum efficiency.
She and her husband received a loan from the city to help pay for big improvements, such as upgrading their heating, ventilation and air conditioning to a 96 percent-efficient model.
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After they finish their upgrades next month, the Buffaloes will have another energy audit. For each air change per hour reduction they achieve, they’ll receive an $84 rebate from the city, up to $420. They’re participating in the Home Performance with Energy Star Program through Columbia Water and Light.
On Saturday, she addressed the small but important details — sealing gaps around windows.
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