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Build Green for Lifelong Savings

Green building is a design process that energy use by drawing heat from outside
grows out of a connection with the air, using the same technology that air
natural landscape. It is a set of conditioners use to remove heat from
informed decisions that considers the indoor air.
site and materials to reduce the cost, Check with your utility provider for free
maintenance, and energy usage of the diagnostic testing and rebates for high
home. Conservation is central to the efficiency AC systems, insulation, solar
green building approach. Green homes are screens, and weather-stripping.
healthier, safer, more comfortable, and 4) Reduce water needs.
cost less to operate. They connect Native landscaping that is suited to the
people to the land and community around rainfall in your area is fundamental to
them. Here are seven green building building green.
ideas: Keep as much native growth on your lot as
1) Build a passive solar design. possible.
Passive solar design for natural heating Water pervious materials such as crushed
and cooling is practiced throughout the granite or open paving blocks allow water
world under all climate conditions. As to percolate into the ground.
energy costs rise, it is critical to use Rainwater catchment systems use gutters
building orientation, window placements, and barrels to catch and store water that
stone floors, roof overhangs, reflective falls on roofs.
barriers and other techniques to control Front loading washing machines use less
natural solar energy. energy and water. Some dishwashers use
In warm climates, face the broad side of less water and have no-heat drying. Check
the house to the north or south, to avoid water and energy usage before buying
excessive heat gain as the sun rises and appliances.
drops in the horizon. Use deep overhangs Low flow toilets and shower heads reduce
or solar screens to shield glass areas water usage.
from direct sun. Avoid skylights or Reduce water and fertilizer needs by
greenhouse rooms, because they allow too re-cycling yard waste and leaves for use
much heat gain. as mulch.
In colder climates, solar heat can be 5) Use renewable or recycled materials.
captured and stored in materials such as Consider decks made of waste wood and
concrete or stone to be slowly released plastic, such as Trex or other brands.
during the evening. Medium density fiberboard (MDF), a wood
An open floor plan optimizes the effect product used for interior trim and doors,
of passive solar heating or cooling. does not contain formaldehyde.
Doors and windows should be placed to Fiber-Cement siding, trim, and pipe
catch the prevailing breeze and allow materials (Hardie Board) are very
cross ventilation. durable, rot resistant, and fire
Lower inflow windows and higher outflow retardant.
windows keeps air moving, as hot air Use locally produced, and easily renewed,
rises. materials when possible.
A thermal chimney uses a hot zone, such Consider alternative building materials,
as a glass cupola with windows or vents, such as rammed earth, straw bale or
to create rising air currents to pull air insulated concrete panels.
through the building. Concrete floors utilize the foundation
Double glass panes provide an insulating material as finish floor, saving
air space between the panes, reducing materials and labor.
heat transfer. Recycled wood floors are a very
The metal oxide coating on Low-E attractive re-use of materials.
(emissive) glass helps to keep solar heat Bamboo floors are made from a rapidly
out, and interior heat in. renewable source - bamboo is a grass that
2) Ventilate attic spaces. can grow several feet per day.
In hot climates, attic spaces can Hard surface floors do not hold dust,
accumulate heat, transferring it to molds, and allergens, and are very
living areas below. AC ducts located in durable.
the attic will absorb this heat. Use materials with recycled content when
In cold climates, moisture can accumulate possible, such as cellulose insulation,
in unventilated attic spaces, causing Thermo-ply, and lumber composites.
wood rot or mold. Plan for a place to re-cycle household
Continuous eave and roof ridge vents trash, such as a storage bin in the
will create natural air flow through the kitchen, and holding bin in the garage.
attic. Air enters through the eave vents, 6) Safeguard your site.
and moves out through the ridge vents. Trees, vegetation and bird habitat on the
As heated air rises, it ventilates the site should be protected during the
attic. construction.
Lighter colored roof materials absorb Native trees, grasses, rock outcroppings
less heat. and natural drainage can be made a part
Reflective heat barriers on the underside of your building and landscaping design.
of the roof deck help to reduce heat Reduce the impact to the building site as
gain. much as possible.
High levels of insulation in attics and Make sure construction waste is properly
exterior walls is crucial for comfortable disposed of, especially paints and
indoor temperature in all climates. solvents. Do not allow them to be buried
Some research is being done on building on the site.
sealed, highly insulated attics. 7) Use safe materials.
3) Optimize your heat and AC systems. Use products that are biodegradable, non
An oversized system will cool too toxic, water based, and cold water
quickly, and leave the room clammy. compatible.
Smaller systems run long enough reach the Avoid products that contain dyes, ozone
desired temperature, and, at the same depleting chemicals, heavy metals,
time, clear the air of humidity. formaldehyde, or known carcinogens.
A smaller system lasts longer, does not Avoid solvent based finishes,
cycle on and off frequently, and costs particleboard, adhesives, some carpets,
less to purchase. and other products that release volatile
Check for leaks in duct work joints, and chemicals into the air.
around windows, doors, attic stairs, Look for green rated labels on carpets
exhaust pipes, recessed lights, and and other products.
electric outlets. Ongoing maintenance of Remove old-style pressure treated wood
central air systems is necessary to when possible, especially in play
prevent air loss. structures.
Use programmable thermostats to regulate Green building is an approach to design
your energy usage. and construction that respects the
Use Pleated-Media Filters in AC environment and conserves resources. It
return-air grills. This filter removes is a common sense approach that is
particles as small as mold spores from available to all home owners. Green
the air that is drawn back into the AC building techniques create a more cost
blower, keeping coils cleaner and effective, enjoyable and sustainable home
improving the air quality in your home. to live in.
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