A Passively Heated and Passively Cooled House This passively heated and cooled house is ideal for locations where conventional electric power is cost prohibitive. It minimizes the size of the HVAC system. Geothermal, the most efficient HVAC, minimizes the number of solar panels and wind turbines required for electric power generation. This house doesn’t just slash energy requirements. Its rustic stone and cedar interior glows in natural light flowing through south-facing glass to create a unique ambiance.
A 30% energy tax credit for geothermal HVAC, solar panels and wind generated electricity systems is available until 2016. (For further information regarding energy tax credits, visit www.energysavers.gov/ financial/70010.html.) From a cost perspective, minimization of equipment size with passive heating & cooling makes this technology even more attractive. Monthly energy consumption and cost for this house are shown at passivesolarabodes.com. The yearly energy consumed by the model is 15% of the amount predicted by the Passive Design calculation. It is only 4% of the amount predicted by the Conventional Design calculation. (Results differ by location.)
This design is perfect for anyone who might want to get as far away as possible. Energy for heating and cooling has been minimized by design and demonstrated with construction and data collection. Geothermal HVAC with photovoltaic and wind generated electricity increases the range of location decisions. A combination of modern and old-fashioned technology will maximize lifestyle maintenance for your children and grandchildren in the future.
Passive Solar Abodes, LLC
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