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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 2010-2011
CT Zero Energy Challenge will build off the
ongoing success of the 2009-2010 Challenge by
continuing to 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 2010-2011 Zero Energy Challenge is a design and build competition for single and multi-family homes built in Connecticut between June 2010 and December 1, 2011. Participants will be competing for cash prizes, while gaining exposure to media and various forms of technical assistance provided by the Challenge sponsors and partners.
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 HERS Index, coupled with other factors including the cost effectiveness of the project and the home’s total estimated energy use will be used to determine the winner.
Competition winners will be announced in December of 2011, 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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