Until recently, residential energy and life cycle operating costs have not been given the attention they deserve. In addition to current operating expenses, environmental costs in terms of climate change and effects on the quality of our soil, water, and air have moved to a much needed position of prominence.

The best way to economically and environmentally affect energy usage is to minimize energy consumption before considering producing it. “Reduce, then Produce”. It is the most cost effective approach to sustainable design. In addition to the financial benefits, comfort and health are optimized.

NorthBay Energy targets ways to reduce current energy consumption and then produce renewable energy with the goal of minimizing both energy consumption and cost.