Zero Energy Housing

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Zero Energy Housing
Erwin Noriega Carsen Banister Johnny Lee
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Concept

• What is it?
• Production Consumption
• How?
• Use of only natural and renewable resources
• Photovoltaic cells, wind energy, solar heating

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Concept

• Efficient appliances, super insulated walls,
  floors, ceilings, windows
• Strategic construction of home
• PV cell ? Power Bank ? Inverter ? AC appliances
• Day ? Self generated powerNight ? Utility power

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Pros

• High energy efficiency
• Use of solar technology
• Near zero energy consumption
• Major savings

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Cons

• Installation is expensive
• Solar technology
• Upgrading of insulation
• Installation in built homes not practical
• Complete renovations often necessary