On the House

Dr. Nicola Willand: Efficient Home — Gas and Electric Safety | On the House #52

In this episode, the host Gabriella Joustra and Dr. Nicola Willand talks and address the vital need for integrating gas and electric systems in modern homes to ensure comfort, functionality, and safety.

Nicola, an expert in sustainable architecture, shares insights on best practices for gas appliance installation, ventilation requirements, and the significance of regular inspections by qualified professionals.

Meet Dr. Nicola Willand

Dr. Nicola Willand is a Senior Lecturer at the School of Property, Construction and Project Management at RMIT University, Melbourne, Australia. As an architect by background, Nicola Willand holistically approaches sustainability in the built environment. 

Her research aims to better understand the intersection of housing, energy, equity, and health to inform strategies for minimizing environmental impacts and life cycle costs while maximizing productivity, health, and social equity in the low-carbon housing transition.

About the episode

In this episode, Dr. Nicola Willand, an expert in sustainable architecture, offers valuable insights on integrating gas and electric systems in modern homes. The conversation focuses on gas appliance installation, emphasizing proper ventilation and adherence to safety standards. 

Dr. Nicola highlights the significance of regular inspections by qualified professionals to ensure these systems’ ongoing safety and efficiency. With her holistic perspective on sustainability in the built environment, Dr. Nicola’s expertise contributes to strategies that minimize environmental impact and life cycle costs while promoting productivity, health, and social equity in the transition to low-carbon housing.

In conclusion

Key takeaways from this podcast include the importance of adhering to safety standards in gas and electric systems, the value of investing in high-quality equipment for efficiency and environmental impact reduction, and the role of regular inspections by qualified professionals to ensure ongoing safety and functionality.

By applying these best practices, homeowners can enhance their well-being, minimize environmental impact, and reduce operating costs.

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