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The building's air-ventilation system
is natural. Fresh air is channeled under the building by a flow
induced by temperature differences between the outside environs
and the inside of the building, entering through ducts in the
floor and leaving the building through vents on the roof.
All energy used in the building originates
from environmentally sustainable sources. Solar and hydro power
supply the building with electricity in addition to a unique
generator that produces electricity from the temperature difference
existing between hot and cold water. The house is heated using
geothermal hot water from Sólheimar's own borehole. Future
plans include the installation of a windmill. |
