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PostHeaderIcon Fossil-Fuel Free: Greg Pahl Explains His Wood-Pellet Boiler


Greg Pahl, author of Natural Home Heating: The Complete Guide to Renewable Energy Options, no longer relies on fossil fuels for winter heat. He has no natural gas tank or oil bill. He is not subject to the wild fluctuations in market energy prices—from expensive to ludicrous. And he isn’t spewing once-buried carbon into our atmosphere all winter long. After a relatively easy swapping of boilers in his basement, Greg now enjoys clean, carbon-neutral heat throughout his home by burning sustainably-harvested and locally-produced wood pellets.

In the video below, Greg explains his wood pellet boiler system. In this earlier video, Greg explained his solar domestic hot water system. Both systems are great steps to take when transitioning your home from fossil-fuels to renewable energy.

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PostHeaderIcon 1285 Union Village Rd Norwich VT


** http://myhzm.com/10776
The Constable Farm is one of Norwich, Vermonts most significant properties Originally built circa 1805, the marvelous residence has been impeccably renovated and expanded in recent years A newer post and beam addition created an office / library with a gracious master bedroom suite above Period craftsmanship and excellent reproduction details, including chair-rail wainscoting and raised paneling in the entry hall, give this home all the stately grace of a true antique This home has also been fully modernized with updated mechanical systems and insulation Nine zones of heating and a back-up wood-fired boiler makes this a surprisingly economical house to run Located only a few miles from Hanover and its wealth of cultural activities, the beautiful 126 acres offers a commanding view of the New Hampshire hills, significant pasturage, ponds and well-kept woodlands Barns, a garage and shop buildings complete the picture, creating a classic Vermont farm

Virtual Tour:
http://www.homezonemedia.com/etour.html/TOURID/10776

All information is believed to be accurate, but not guaranteed. Buyers should verify all information with the listing agent.

**Please check the listing website for current pricing.
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