New Zero Energy Idea House in Washington

Zero Energy Idea House at Bass Cove

A new project has just been completed in Washington State that strives to push the envelope of energy conservation – the Zero Energy Idea House – built by Donna and Riley Shirey. Their goal was to build a house that generates all the electricity that it requires. Combining solar panels, and a solar powered water heater – along with built-in efficiency they nearly got there. In the end they did opt for an efficienct, gas-powered, in-floor radiant heating system. Even with that, however, they expect the energy bill for this house to be under $500 per year.

Other energy efficient and green features of the home include use of SIPS (structural insulated panels), a green roof, salvaged wood, rainwater collection systems and much, much more! Click here to see the full list.

 The Zero Energy Idea House will be open for self-guided tours every weekend through November 8th. For more tour info, click here. While you’re there, check out the Handscraped Hickory Flooring, rubber/cork floor tiles, and Marmoleum that they picked up from Ecohaus!

Tags: design, efficiency, future

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