General Energy Use, Strategies and Systems

Energy Strategies:

Reducing energy loads was the first aim of this project. Structural Insulated Panels with an R-value of 52 compose the roof and the walls have a combined R-value of 32. Slabs near the windows provide thermal mass to capture solar gain and air tightness was a priority during construction. The exterior wall of the operable fireplace is completely encased in brick to prevent thermal bridging.

Zero Net Energy Definition Used Source Energy Use

Monthly Energy Data and Utilities

Energy Data Type:
Verified
Electric Utility:
Delmarva
Datasets and utility bills sources and reliability:

sourced from Utility Bills

Renewables and Energy Balance

Renewable Energy Sources:
Renewable energy is generated within the building footprint (e.g. solar PV on the roof)
Renewable Energy System Description & Details
Annual renewable energy generated 17,944 kWh
Annual Renewable Energy Generated Data Type Measured
Power Rating Renewable Energy System Type(s) Source of Annual Production Data
12Watts Photovoltaics metered production data

Annual Energy Import/Export

Electricity amount (imported from grid) 11,691 kWh/year
Net electricity usage (purchased electricity) -6,303 kWh/year
Electricity amount (credited or exported to grid) 17,994 kWh/year