Energy certification is a legal obligation that builders or owners have and without which they cannot sell their property. Without an energy certificate, it is forbidden to advertise or sell an apartment, house, farm or estate.
The objective of certifying a dwelling or commercial space is to allow comparing the thermal and energy conservation characteristics of that house, with others available on the market. On the other hand, it is also useful, to get suggestions and advice about modifications that promote the energy saving of this property. On this page you can follow news and articles that I am writing about this topic.
Underfloor heating can be mainly categorized into two types: electric and hydraulic.
Electric Underfloor Heating:It uses electrical cables or heating sheets to generate heat.
It is easier and quicker to install and is generally more suitable for renovations or smaller spaces.
It tends to be less energy efficient compared to plumbing, especially...
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According to an opinion study carried out by the environmental association Quercus in partnership with the Sustainable Construction Portal, carried out in 2027:
About 74% of Portuguese consider their homes cold in winter , 25% consider their homes warm in summer and only 1% of Portuguese consider their...
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Since self-consumption was born, being a means for users to produce energy at home without relying on the conventional electric grid, the world has been looking at the trends that are emerging in the market, due to the exploitation of renewable energy, and which is currently responsible for a large part of the energy supply.
This system is emerging and gaining more and more importance...
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Of course, these are still useful suggestions for saving energy, but we do not always remember them and sometimes they pass us by completely. Did you know that you can improve the energy efficiency of your home, coupled with technology and still save money?
Automating the home is a trend that has been gaining more and more fans, being one of the best solutions for those looking for...
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The new legislative package has an impact on several areas, among which I am interested in describing those that concern the real estate sector and which, according to Graça Fonseca, the program coordinator, are to be implemented within a maximum period of 1 year.
With regard to the real estate sector, the measures presented will have an impact on construction, real estate promotion and...
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