Tag: Net Zero Energy

Energy Efficient Practices: Then and Now

The 10-year challenge has been all the rage on social media, where people compare themselves now to who they were a decade ago. If we were to look at how energy efficient practices have evolved in the homebuilding industry these past 10 years, today’s standards would be the clear winner.

The Net Zero Movement

The home building industry is continually looking to improve its practices, and the shift towards net zero and net zero ready is one way it’s doing just that. 

What Makes a Home Energy Efficient?

Simply put, a home built with energy efficient practices performs better. It’s more comfortable to live in, it’s better for your health and the environment, and it saves you money on your energy bills.

Energy Efficient Homes - The Way to Build

There are different ways of achieving energy efficiency in a house. The passive house and net zero approaches are two of the best, as a passive house uses very little energy and a net zero house produces as much energy as it consumes.

What Is A Net Zero Home and How Can It Benefit You?

While there are different ways to build an energy efficient home, one of the methods rising in popularity is called “net zero energy".

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