Warm Home Model

Environment Canterbury’s warm-home-model promotes home energy efficiency and clean heating. It attracts a lot of attention when on display because of its size and the amount of detail in it. The model is lent to other organisations and retailers for energy efficiency and clean air promotions.

How the model works

The model has two sides, one uninsulated and heated by an open fire; the other fully insulated and heated by a flued gas fire. When buttons on the display are pushed coloured arrows light up, comparing heat loss and retention of heat in both sides for underfloor insulation, ceiling insulation, double glazing etc. On the panel a text that gives background information lights up as well. On the panel a text that gives background information lights up as well. The dimensions of the model are: 1.8 metres wide, 1.0 metres deep and 1.7 metres high (can be disassembled to fit through doors).

Do you want to make use of the warm-home-model?

The model is available to both non-profit and profit organisations (including retailers) for promotions and education. Promotions need to contribute to energy efficiency and clean air. It is preferably lent out to encourage visitors or clients to actually do something to improve home energy efficiency. A transport fee may apply. During autumn and winter there is a lot of interest in the model and Environment Canterbury uses it for many promotions.

If you are interested in borrowing the warm-home-model, email  Jaimita de Jongh or  Ph: 03-365-3828 ext: 7363

For real size demonstration please visit the Energy Efficiency Show Home  from the Christchurch City Council  

For more information see the Home Space Heating Links