Eco-friendly * Energy-efficicent* Sustainable * Responsible * Comfortable * Healthy * Economical * Smart
“Green Building is a whole-systems approach through design and building techniques to minimize environmental impact and reduce the energy consumption of buildings while contributing to the health of its occupants.”
-- City of Scottsdale Green Building Program
Get Ready to make the move to a green with, eco-friendly, sustainable, energy-efficient home? It makes complete sense: Green homes are built using sustainable practices that conserve not only energy, water and other natural resources, but also preserve our environment, strengthen our local economy and promote a better quality of life for those who live there.
Benefits of a Green Home
•Peace of mind - knowing you are contributing to global sustainability rather than global warming
•Healthier for the occupants, the planet and future generations
•Highly desirable from a resale value as demand -- and energy costs -- grow
•Economical because it saves energy, water and other resources – and money
•Eco-friendly and environmentally responsible thanks to use of resource-efficient and low-impact materials
•Durable, comfortable and low maintenance
Green Home Features
•Built with local or regional materials such as adobe, block, brick, straw bale or advanced energy-efficient materials (i.e. Integra block or autoclaved aerated concrete)
•Proper orientation, shaded areas and passive solar
•Protected, shaded outdoor spaces to reduce the extreme temperature range between the exterior and interior of the house
•Powered or supported by non-polluting sustainable energy sources including solar hot water, photo voltaics or wind
•Super-tight building envelopes with upgraded insulation and high-performance windows and doors
•Xeriscape (low water use) landscaping plus rainwater collection and storage systems
•Energy Star-rated or better appliances
•HVAC systems: Minimum 13 SEER (Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio) rating or better air conditioners utilizing efficient ductwork with adequate returns and filtration plus ceiling fans in all major rooms
•Healthy, comfortable indoor air quality and room environments
•Sustainable interior materials (flooring like bamboo, concrete or cork and low VOC paint)
•Water-efficient toilets, low-flow showerheads, graywater recovery systems, hot water recirculation system and other innovations
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