Energy Efficiency

This is a topic that concerns consumers more and more. The cost of energy will tend to increase in the future and houses are by definition responsible for one of the energy consumptions with the greatest weight in our budget and with the greatest impact on the sustainability of the planet.

Thus, any measure we can take to reduce this bill is good for our portfolio and good for the preservation of natural resources. If this topic interests you, follow this section as I will write about news, suggestions and ideas that will help you improve the energy efficiency of your home.

Types of Underfloor Heating

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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In Portugal, there is common confusion between the term "luxury houses" and houses belonging to the high end of the real estate market. An expensive house is not necessarily a luxury house , but a luxury house is inevitably expensive due to the requirements associated with it.

Luxury homes are distinguished by a series of characteristics that give them unique charm,...

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Keeping your home cool during the summer is important, but it's also crucial to reduce your impact on the environment. Check out my tips for reducing heat and keeping your home cooler , in a sustainable way, while saving money and helping to preserve the planet .

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However, there is still a restriction that makes it difficult to monetize the panels, without the sun there is no energy conversion, and consumption is higher during the night. Although there are already panels that can convert night heat into electricity, their efficiency is still low.

Storing unused energy during the day in batteries is an expensive solution and expensive...

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Is your house cold?

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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This space covers 44,517 square meters and offers visitors the opportunity to explore the natural world by displaying more than 10,000 artifacts from all seven continents.

The building includes exhibition spaces, a 4D theater, an outdoor exhibition garden and a 30-meter high atrium that welcomes visitors with an abundance of natural light filtered through an impressive glass wall,...

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