No good deed goes unpunished
Just when we think we're doing great things for the earth by insulating new houses like they're going to Antarctica, someone comes along to tell us that the insulation we're using may be doing more harm than good. Check this out.
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Show them the money
Speaking of green things, the comment at the end of this article from the Zipcar guy caught my eye and had me nodding in agreement. What he says jibes with what I'm seeing. You?
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Shut up and listen
At first glance, this TED video may seem to have nothing to do with heating, but if you stop to think about how we're training technicians and other employees, that Shut Up And Listen message may stir something in you. It sure made me stop and think. But beyond that, who can resist a persuasive argument from a passionate Italian?
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And along those same lines
A wonderful story from my daughter, Erin Holohan Haskell, who brings you this newsletter each week. I'm crazy about that lady.
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Big stuff
Thanks to subscriber (and Renaissance Man), Noel Kelly, for sending me these two videos about the new London Array. If you've ever wondered how they build a huge, offshore, wind-turbine array, you're about to find out. Watch this video first, and then watch this one. Thanks, Noel!
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Vertical heating
Here's my Plumbing & Mechanical column from last month. You can't make this stuff up. Seriously.
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One more!
Some more heating history for you, wrapped up in a wonderful building filled with American history. My Supply House Times column from December. Enjoy!
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