Understanding Factors in Energy-Efficient Construction By Builders Association of Central PA Staff
According to research from NAHB, nearly half of home Programs that measure energy efficiency include: buyers are willing to invest between $1,000 and $10,000 in National Green Building Standard (NGBS) order to save $1,000 annually on their utility bills, and 37% ENERGY STAR are willing to spend upward of $10,000. But do prospective Enterprise Green Communities home owners know what an energy-efficient home is and Green Globes the terminology surrounding the types of building practices Living Building Challenge and features they are looking for? LEED An energy-efficient home is one that uses less energy than a traditional home without compromising service to owners and occupants. Energy efficiency can be achieved through improved thermal envelopes, solar-oriented construction, low-e windows and efficient appliances.
"Our local market continues to see an influx of young, educated buyers who place a lot of value on long term energy costs, a healthy indoor environment, and minimizing a home’s carbon footprint. As the builder, it is up to us to stay on top of the latest building methodologies and materials to help homeowners achieve their goals, as well as our own goal in making all homes a net zero energy home.” – Jason Grottini, Vice President of Envinity, Inc.
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