What is a Zero Energy Home?

Zero Energy Homes are constructed (or remodeled) to reduce the amount of energy and balance usage with renewable energy generation.  Here are some of the successful strategies that maximize energy conservation:

• Cut total electrical loads to 15 kWh per day
• Think less house, more efficiency, just say NO to McMansions
• Add 3-4 kW solar PV system with inverter to generate 15 kWh/day
• Effective solar water heating system with tankless gas water heater auxiliary
• Solar control measures to reduce air conditioning with good insulation, porches, reflective surfaces, and trees
• Well insulated building to reduce heating loads
• Use Energy Star rated appliances of all types:  refrigerators, dishwashers, washers, televisions, computers
• Monitor real time energy use to guide your successful identification of key problem areas.