General Energy Use, Strategies and Systems

Energy Use:

Energy conservation is the primary focus for the TREE homes. Each home is built with an air-tight envelope, extra insulation on the foundation, walls and ceilings, and efficient windows. Energy from the sun is captured through solar panels and a PV array, both of which are on the roof.

Zero Net Energy Definition Used

Monthly Energy Data and Utilities

Energy Data Type:
Modeled, Zero Energy Program
Datasets and 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
A 4 kW PV system was installed. A solar thermal system was also installed.
Annual renewable energy generated 5,361 kWh
Annual Renewable Energy Generated Data Type Modeled
Power Rating Renewable Energy System Type(s) Source of Annual Production Data
4,410Watts Photovoltaics