Thanks to Robert Bean for putting together this long list of technical articles that apply to radiant-based HVAC systems. A lot of work went into this, and it's another reason to smile whenever the name Bean gets mentioned. Thanks, Robert!

I wonder if this has anything to do with our current president's solar move at the White House.

Sometimes also live in Russia. Check out this photo essay about Olga Queen, who saved her empties and built her dream house. People such as Olga always make me smile.

But another one of those stories that made me smile. Check out the $30,000 meatball. And they had to cook it, so I suppose it does have a bit to do with heating. I wonder who holds the record for the longest piece of spaghetti. Hmm.

Here's a look at a new way to combine the benefits of the super-insulated (and smart-ventilated) house with the benefits of modular construction. No heating system required. Are we looking at the future here? Hmm.

I'll bet you've always wondered about that. I sure have! Well, here's the answer, and isn't it peachy that there are people who can figure out stuff such as this?

Check out this Starbuck catalog from 1929. Your Grandpa's tools, when they were new. Nothing electrical here!

When it comes to saving energy, what's the big difference between China and New Zealand? Well, it seems to be the type of government that they have in China. Check out this story about what the businesses in New Zealand have to say when they think they've done enough to save energy. Then take a look at the Chinese approach to the same situation. Sure makes you wonder, doesn't it?

Hug your kids, and thank a Veteran.