The Zero Energy Home is a complete and fully constructed home with a whole-system building approach. Change any part and the whole is changed -- either improving the system or making it worse.

Changes to the system could affect three different areas: health of the occupants and building, comfort of the indoor environment, and the efficient operation and maintenance of the home. Every product used in the home is evaluated as to how it will affect the whole system. This evaluation begins at the foundation stage and continues until the final finish

Every detail is an important part of the overall system from the foundation moisture barrier to the choice of light bulbs. The installation of a solar system costs 15% to 20% more than the cost of a traditional home. But, this home leaves virtually no trace of its existence in the air we breathe, harnessing the sun's rays to provide all the electricity we need for our home and "zeroing" out our monthly energy bills

This home will have a solar system with the utilities tied in backup system. The rays of the sun charge up the battery bank and when full the excess power is fed back into the power grid. In case of a blackout, the batteries power your critical load and the solar continues to charge the batteries. The benefit of this system is that you have the ability to sell power back to the utility company and have peace of mind that your critical loads will continue to operate.

The homeowner can apply the basic principles demonstrated in the Zero Energy Home to improve the energy efficiency and air quality of their existing homes. If the homeowner installs quality windows, purchases a high efficiency air conditioner and performs maintenance to seal and protect their home, they can reduce their energy costs by up to 30%. The Home of the Future is truly here today!

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