The ability to confidently market and show zero energy homes helps drive the green home industry, lends a competitive edge, and gives clients confidence.

Mayor Rex Parris at the NetZero Energy Conference Rex Parris, Mayor of Lancaster, California is leading the charge for Lancaster to become the first net-zero city in the world, starting with a mandate that every new single-family home constructed in the city has solar energy. Our ultimate goal is to become the first net-zero city […]

When designing, building or even remodeling a home to be very energy efficient, much time is spent on the building envelope, electrical systems and appliances. But did you know that exterior landscaping can affect the energy performance of your home? A well designed and energy efficient landscape can reduce your heating, cooling and lighting costs. […]

Copenhagen to Be the World’s First Carbon-Neutral Capital While other countries debate whether to install wind turbines offshore or in remote areas, Denmark is building them right in its capital. Three wind turbines were recently inaugurated in a Copenhagen neighborhood, and the city plans to add another 97. “We’ve made a very ambitious commitment to […]