SolarFool promotes open-source passive heating and cooling systems based on Steve Baer's Cool Cell technology as sustainable alternatives to conventional HVAC systems.
- Archives — Primary source documents (date-organized, 1973–2025)
- Books — Sunspots and Zome Primer
- Reading List — Suggested reading
- Extreme weather increases heating and cooling demands while conventional systems contribute to global warming.
- SolarFool aims to replace polluting HVAC systems with elegant, affordable, passive alternatives.
- The initiative is based on Steve Baer's pioneering Cool Cell technology for passive solar design.
- Christina Hildebrandt works to bring Baer's passive designs into production for global benefit.
- Jose Baer, Steve's son, seeks to share his father's brilliant designs with the world.
- Paul Hildebrandt, Zometool CEO, dreams of building houses with Baer's passive technology.
- The platform encourages collaboration among like-minded individuals to exchange ideas about passive solutions.
- Members can access tools and resources to develop their own innovative designs.
- The community emphasizes open-source innovation to address climate change challenges.
- SolarFool creates a community for sharing passive solar design innovations and solutions.