Energy Efficient Homes refer to homes designed in such a manner which
facilitate optimum and efficient usage of resources, mainly energy, water
and material. They are less harmful for the environment and contribute
minimally to environmental pollution. These buildings are sometimes called
Green Buildings. Energy efficient homes cost much less to heat, cool and light,
compared to a typical home.
Achieving energy efficiency for homes is a step towards the goal of zero-carbon
homes. A zero carbon home uses less energy than it generates over a set
period of time. A carbon footprint is calculated for the full life of the home,
facilitate optimum and efficient usage of resources, mainly energy, water
and material. They are less harmful for the environment and contribute
minimally to environmental pollution. These buildings are sometimes called
Green Buildings. Energy efficient homes cost much less to heat, cool and light,
compared to a typical home.
Achieving energy efficiency for homes is a step towards the goal of zero-carbon
homes. A zero carbon home uses less energy than it generates over a set
period of time. A carbon footprint is calculated for the full life of the home,
