Welcome to your information source about Tucson High Performance Energy Efficient Homes. Energy saving new homes are built based on the latest "Building Science" with an emphasis on Environmental Friendly Design, and a Healthy Indoor Living Space. We assist our clients with their move into sustainable energy efficient homes in and around Tucson, AZ. We advocate homes designed with focus on a "Healthy Living Environment" and Saving "Energy Dollars" on Monthly Utility Costs. More On Energy Efficient Homes
High Performance Homes
Sustainable Home Features Work as a System
High Performance green homes include a variety of energy-efficient features utilizing a systems approach to saving energy and improving indoor air quality. Some of the ideal green home features include:
- proper southern orientation
- good structural design
- recycled building materials
- rainwater harvesting
- and green energy efficient technologies
- such as lighting and appliances
The energy efficient green home produces a low carbon footprint while reducing energy consumption and enhancing the environmental health of it occupants.
"High Performance Homes" can achieve a 50% or greater improvement in energy performance, a 50% or more savings, over a conventional code built home. By using a combination of energy efficient improvements with on-site renewable energy systems, such as photovoltaic panels and solar thermal hot water systems. The highest degree of energy efficiency can be found in a zero-net energy home which produces enough energy on-site so there is a zero-net annual balance with the electrical grid. If you have an interest in high energy efficient communities and their homes , just and we'll be happy to answer your questions and show you around.
"High Performance Homes" can include a variety of proven energy efficient features that contribute to improved home quality and comfort, lower energy usage, and reduce air pollution. High performance homes save energy, conserve and harvest rain water, are built better, cost less to maintain, and are healthier for the occupants and the environment.
Tucson AZ Green Homes is ready to show you your next Dream House. You only need to for a showing of any property in the Tucson area.
Tucson AZ Green Homes
- Brian Sharpe
- Your Tucson REALTOR®
- Licsensed AZ. REALTOR®
- EcoBroker® Certified
- 520-275-2030
- Tierra Antigua Realty
- 1650 East River Rd
- Tucson, AZ 85718 USA
Strawbale Homes
Strawbale homes can be comfortable and can manage moisture effectively when
designed and constructed properly. They use low embodied energy and low-toxicity
building materials which are usually available locally.
Strawbale Homes
Instantaneous Water Heaters
Easy economic savings can accrue from on-demand water heaters.
Instead of storing hot water, on-demand heaters produce
hot water only when it's needed.
Hot Water Info!
Energy Efficient Windows
Significant economic savings can come from modern windows. Unless recently
upgraded, your windows are likely a major source of heat loss.
more... E-Windows
Local Weather:
Programmed Thermostat
saves energy by offering 4 convenient, pre-programmed temperature
settings...
more on... Thermostats
Sealing the Home
is important not only for energy savings, but also for protecting your home from
the damaging effects of moisture....
more on... Air Leakage
Efficient Appliances
Both immediate and indirect economic savings can come from energy-efficient
appliances such as refrigerators, horizontal-axis washing machines,...
more... Efficient Appliances
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