Going Green Santa Fe Style #2

By Anthony • November 6th, 2009

Going Green in Santa Fe, how does one measure green homes and the level of: sustainability, water efficiency, utility efficiency, indoor environmental quality, innovation and design?

LEED / Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design. Based on 69 points in six areas: sustainable sites, water efficiency, energy use, atmosphere quality, materials and resources, innovation and design. Higher points mean greater efficiency and sustainability.

NAHB, National Green Building Standard

SBIC Council, Sustainable Buildings Industry Council, Green Guidelines

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The Santa Fe Green Building Code applies to new single family homes. All homes will be certified using HERS / Home Energy Rating Standards. The code covers: site planning, energy efficiency, homeowner education, global impact. Lower points mean greater efficiency and sustainability.

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Other Santa Fe Green Builders, Energy Star Builders in Santa Fe.

Do Not forget your tax breaks! Check your local, state, and federal sites. Start here at www.energy.gov/taxbreaks.htm

 

Anthony Atwell, ABR, CRS, CDPE, Associate Broker

Santa Fe Realty Partners

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