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Two key factors that
have become increasingly
important to today's
homebuilders and homeowners
are reducing their environmental
impact and saving on the rising
costs of energy.
In pursuit of these goals, the CT Zero
Energy Challenge will demonstrate that
building a super high efficiency
(near zero energy) home is achievable today,
while informing on the technology and techniques it takes to get there. |
| What is the Challenge? |
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The Zero Energy Challenge is a design and build competition for single and multi-family homes built in Connecticut between May 2009 and December 1, 2010. Participants will be competing for cash prizes, while gaining exposure to media and various forms of technical assistance provided by the Challenge sponsors.
Completed homes will be assigned a performance score based on the presence of energy-efficient features that curb overall energy use. Specifically, the Challenge will use RESNET Rating Standards to determine each completed home's HERS Index. The home(s) with the lowest HERS Index will determine the winner(s) of the competition.
Competition winners will be announced on Dec. 8, 2010, and an awards ceremony will take place soon thereafter, where the winners will receive their prizes and their well earned recognition. |
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