Zero energy homes produce at least as much energy as they consume through a combination of energy efficiencies, passive design and renewable energy production. California has adopted zero net energy as the new residential standard for 2020; many other governments are considering similar policies. Developing zero energy homes is the first step towards making all buildings zero energy — a critical step in mitigating climate change, since buildings account for 40% of material and energy use worldwide.Home Sweet Zero Energy Home is the first practical guidebook that clearly shows how zero energy homes can be good, livable, affordable homes. The author identifies all the pieces of the zero energy puzzle and how they fallinto place, and explains how homeowners and buyers can also take smaller steps towards sharply reducing the energy use of existing buildings. Focusing on real costs and savings, this book takes an in depth look at:Site selection and passive designInsulation, windows, doors and building materialsHeating and coolingAppliances and electronicsFinancial resources and incentives.Whether you are a prospective buyer, owner, or developer, Home Sweet Zero Energy Home is your complete guide to creating a more comfortable, efficient, environmentally friendly home without breaking your back or yourbank account.

Rehfeld, Barry J

New Catalyst Books

Online-ausg, Gabriola Island, Canada, 2011

Canada - English Language, Canada

1st, First Edition, US, 2012

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<p>Zero energy homes produce at least as much energy as they consume through a combination of energy efficiencies, passive design, and renewable energy production. California has adopted zero net energy as the new residential standard for 2020; many other governments are considering similar policies. Developing zero energy homes is the first step towards making all buildings zero energy—a critical step in mitigating climate change, since buildings account for forty percent of material and energy use worldwide.</p>
<p><i>Home Sweet Zero Energy Home</i> is the first practical guidebook that clearly shows how zero energy homes can be good, livable, affordable homes. The author identifies all the pieces of the zero energy puzzle and how they fall into place, and explains how homeowners and buyers can also take smaller steps towards sharply reducing the energy use of existing buildings. Focusing on real costs and savings, this book takes an in-depth look at:</p>
<ul>
<li>Site selection and passive design</li>
<li>Insulation, windows, doors, and building materials</li>
<li>Heating and cooling</li>
<li>Appliances and electronics</li>
<li>Financial resources and incentives</li>
</ul>
<p>Whether you are a prospective buyer, owner, or developer, <i>Home Sweet Zero Energy Home</i> is your complete guide to creating a more comfortable, efficient, environmentally friendly home without breaking your back or your bank account.</p>
<p><b>Barry Rehfeld</b> has been a journalist for over thirty years and is the founder of the website Zero Energy Intelligence, where he writes about everything you need to know to build, buy, or renovate a home that produces as much energy as it uses.</p>

x, 196 p. : 23 cm
Zero energy buildings produce at least as much energy as they consume through a combination of efficiency, design and renewable technologies. Learn to develop, more environmentally friendly home-- without breaking your back or your bank account
Includes bibliographical references and index
Free and clear -- Following the sun -- Eyes on the target -- Out of sight efficiency -- Taking a good look -- Cash backs and other green possibilities -- All-year all-electric comfort -- Getting into hot water -- Cool and bright ideas well done -- Sustaining the drive -- More stuff -- Under its own power -- The ratings game

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