positive energy homes
January 18, 2020

Electric Vehicles, Positive Energy Buildings, and Alternative Transportation
The rapid adoption of electric vehicles is an essential step in the transition to a post-carbon society. There will be challenges to making this transition to an all electric transportation system based on renewable energy. Luckily, positive energy buildings combined with modern transportation innovations may well be up to the task.
Read ArticleNovember 18, 2019

Energy Efficiency is Necessary but Not Nearly Sufficient!
Ask people how to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from buildings and most will say “improve energy efficiency.” That may be a step in the right direction, but it’s time to adopt a better measure – a building’s total carbon emissions.
Read ArticleNovember 14, 2019

Planning Your Zero Energy Ready Home
Although the price of solar panels has plunged in recent years, they are still the most expensive element of a zero energy home. It’s okay to defer installing panels until the time is right. Here’s how to plan your zero energy ready home so it’s ready for solar when you are.
Read ArticleSeptember 10, 2019

We Electrified Everything – and So Can You!
This middle-class family disconnected from fossil methane and saved money. See their step-by-step approach to powering their home and car with renewable energy.
Read ArticleJuly 14, 2019

The Future is Electric
Natural gas is no more natural than coal or petroleum, and must be phased out rapidly. This means that all new buildings must be powered by clean electricity from renewable sources. It’s just common sense.
Read ArticleMarch 17, 2019

Act on Solar Now!
The amount of Renewable Energy Tax Credit for residential and commercial buildings will soon begin a gradual decline. If you’re thinking about solar, NOW is the time to act!
Read ArticleFebruary 18, 2019

Highlighting Useful Technologies for Getting to Zero: The New Zero Energy Project Product Directory
Building materials and equipment play a key role in the efficiency and affordability of zero energy buildings. This is why we’re proud to introduce the Zero Energy Project Product Directory to help builders identify appropriate products and to stimulate the supply chain to provide products that will draw the building sector toward greater energy efficiency.
Read ArticleFebruary 15, 2019

My Zero Energy Pool is a Great Investment!
Swimming pools are great fun, but they have high running costs and a high carbon footprint. David Green cut both. Now his pool running cost is zero and so is its carbon footprint.
Read ArticleFebruary 21, 2018

Decarbonizing Your Retirement as You “Age in Place”
The Baby Boomer generation has lived a lifestyle powered by fossil fuels. As they transition into retirement, they are uniquely positioned to lead the way to clean energy.
Read ArticleDecember 11, 2015
The Clean Energy Revolution is Now
The Clean Energy Revolution is happening now. According to a study titled Revolution…Now, just updated by the Department of Energy this fall, clean energy deployment is accelerating and prices are declining. Zero Energy Homes and Positive Energy Homes, with their rooftop solar, LED lighting, and potential for powering electric vehicles are at the center of […]
Read ArticleApril 21, 2015

How to Use Surplus Energy Generated by a Positive Energy Home
Positive Energy Homes are homes that are so energy efficient that they generate more energy than they consume. They are truly the next frontier in green building as they have the potential to create carbon-free electricity. Think of these homes as miniature power plants, supplying clean, renewable energy needed to power a very comfortable home—with surplus […]
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