Zero Energy Housing Energy Efficient Building Design Minimize
Zero Energy Housing (Energy Efficient Building Design)
Minimize Energy Comsumption l l l Solar Energy Advanced Solar control windows High Efficiency Appliances Conserve Water Earth Sheltering Geodesic Dome Homes
Solar Energy l Uses photovoltaic cells to convert sunlight to electricity l Cells are placed on roofs of houses or on ground l Use materials that store heat energy and release it at night for floors and walls l Utilize windows for natural light
Advanced Solar Control Windows are spectrally selective – – l Maximize visual portion of solar spectrum Minimize infrared and ultraviolet radiation Inert gas filler (argon). http: //www. taunton. com/finehome building. com
Low Energy Appliances l Reduce Electricity required to run them – l l l Energy Star Logo Low flow toilets to reduce water usage Turn off appliances when not in use Supposed to reduce energy costs – Idealistic for Zero-Energy Homes
Earth Sheltered Housing l Build homes partly underground – – l Provides natural insulation (Earth) Conserves natural landscape Windows on non-undergound side
Geodesic Dome Homes l l Energy Efficient, cost effective design Uninterrupted insulation Low air infiltration Slightly more difficult to cool – Better in cooler climates
Conserving Water l l l Tankless Water Heaters Low Flow Toilets Re-Use bath and sink water in tiolets Size of pipes Heat recovery systems
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