Alpen High Performance Windows
Alpen High Performance Products is an American window and door manufacturer that designs and builds some of the most energy efficient window and door products in North America and the world.
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“The Love Shack” – A Net-Zero Energy Home in North Carolina
Against the backdrop of North Carolina’s Lake Fontana, Blue Ridge and Great Smoky mountains, perched on a steep hillside, you will find the “Love Shack.” The “Love Shack,” is far from what anyone would consider a ‘shack.’
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Sonnen Batterie – Smart Home Energy Storage
The sonnenBatterie eco is an energy storage solution that utilizes intelligent energy management software. It is easily adaptable to your individual needs. The system is available in a variety of storage capacities and configurations, allowing for extensibility and expansion.
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Palo Alto Net Zero Energy Home Certifications
While Stuart and Marcella set out to get Passive House certification, they achieved LEED Platinum in the end, as well. Click through to learn about these certifications and resources to earn them yourself.
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Q&A with the Homeowner
What did they wish they knew before they started? What’s the best piece of advice they have for others? Learn the answers to these questions and many more in our interview with the homeowners.
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Sustainable Advantages and Inspirations of Redwood
Redwood lumber is naturally strong and durable, shrinks and swells less than other woods, and is less likely to warp or split. This natural strength, combined with its environmental benefits, makes redwood an ideal choice for any number of landscaping designs.
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The Top 10 Bathroom Trends Given a Green Makeover
Did you know bathrooms are by far the main source of water use in the home, accounting for nearly 75% of total consumption? Clearly, it’s a vital space for incorporating sustainable design. Beyond reducing water use, consider all of the other ways you can go green in the bathroom: install an energy-efficient exhaust fan, choose a reclaimed wood vanity (or adapt an old dresser), install a greywater system that waters your garden with your shower water – the list goes on and on!
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The Difference Between High-Performance Home Certifications
When combined with day lighting, heat pumps for HVAC and domestic hot water, and superefficient appliances and fixtures, total energy use in high performance buildings can readily hit 75% less than that of conventional buildings.
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