Energy-Efficient Green Homes with Green Building

Proper green building techniques vary with different parts of the country. Although this website is published for use in the north or central area of Texas (Dallas, Fort Worth, Waco, Tyler, etc), much (most) of this green building site is suitable for any area, particularly any southern area of the United States. Be aware, though, that it is very important to hire a green architect or green builder who is experienced in the design and construction of energy-efficient and green homes in your climate zone

The goal of this website is to encourage high-performance, green homes that:
  • Use the  best green-building practices to make responsible use of the earth's dwindling resources.
  • Are energy-efficient, healthy, affordable, sustainable, durable, and comfortable.
In order to build green attention must be given to

Zero Energy Home, Frisco, Texas

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Side view-Net Zero Energy Home
A classic in green, energy-efficient construction.
 8 kW solar panels on metal roof.
 Large screened porch, covered patio, outdoor kitchen.
Outdoor living areas shield home from summer sun while allowing sun in winter. Casement windows catch prevailing North Texas breezes. Retractable skylight acts as thermal chimney for natural cooling in spring & fall. Fireplace on screened porch allows winter outdoor living.

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