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Southface Energy Institute
responsible solutions for environmental living
• Education and Research
• Policy • Green Building
Services-commercial-residential-communities
• GreenprintsMarch 22-23, 2007
Located in the heart of Atlanta at the Civic Center
Architect
Lord, Aeck & Sargent, Inc.
Contractor—
Eco Office Contractors: A Consortium of Green Builders
DPR Construction
Hardin Construction Co., LLC
Holder Construction Co.
R. J. Griffin & Co.
Skanska USA Building
The Winter Construction Company
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Water Use Reduction Results
Providing Incentives and Finding the Resources
• Champion greenpublic healthenvironmentquality of lifeeconomic development tool
• Remove barriers
• Use and advocate forgreen resources
• Provide incentives
• Lead by example
Rebuild Atlanta
• US Dept of Energy• GEFA• Southface• City of Atlanta
Economic Impact1000 EarthCraft Affordable Homes generate:
• $18/month energy savings
• $214/year savings• $195,810/year
savings for community
• $5.8 million saved over 30 years
• $29.4 million economic stimulus over 30 years
Green builds community wealth
Adds less than $650 to cost
Remove Barriers• Green building
technologies• Sustainable land
use• Life cycle costing
Use and Advocate for Green Resources
• Low Income Housing Tax Credit
• Federal Energy Tax Credits
• Utility Incentives• Preferential financing • Foundations Magnolia Circle, Decatur, GA
Provide Incentives for Green Building
Awards and other recognition
Education
Fast track permitting
Density allowances
Reduced fees
Financing
Greening the Ranch
Remodeled 1950s brick ranchIncreased conditioned space 40%Decreased energy cost 27%
Reduced air leaks Insulated attic, walls and crawlspaceLow-E windowsDucts inside conditioned spaceEnergy Star appliances and lightingEfficient HVAC equipmentUpgraded exhaust fansWhole house dehumidifierDedicated outdoor fresh air ductEnhanced air filtrationWater efficient plumbing fixturesLow odor paintsSalvaged building materialsSome recycling of C&D wasteXeriscape and native landscapeRescued landscape materialsRainwater harvesting (planned)Hybrid vehicleModest commute
Celebrate Your Success
• Enhanced health• Lower utility costs• Reduced maintenance• Greater comfort• Higher resale value• Cleaner environment
EnvironmentEconomyEquity