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Affordable Sustainability This website guides users to incorporate sustainable design into affordable housing. The site has a... details Building on a Green Budget Low-cost green design and construction practices for commercial and residential construction. details Database of State Incentives for Renewable Energy ... The Database of State Incentives for Renewable Energy (DSIRE) is a comprehensive source of informati... details Green Built Home Buyers Guide: Suggested Prioritie... Green Built Home (Wisconsin) provides this "top 10" list of measures to reduce the environmental imp... details State Recycling Tax Incentives Descriptions of tax credits, deductions, and exemptions for recycling related activities, ie. equipm... details |
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Sorted by Resource Type Sort Alphabetically by Title Instead NOTE: [PDF] links require the Acrobat Reader from Adobe.Article/report Abstract: Low-cost green design and construction practices for commercial and residential construction. Source: Environmental Building News prepared by Building Green, Inc. URL: http://www.buildinggreen.com/auth/article.cfm?fileName=080501a .xml Database of State Incentives for Renewable Energy (DSIRE) Abstract: The Database of State Incentives for Renewable Energy (DSIRE) is a comprehensive source of information on state, local, utility, and selected federal incentives that promote renewable energy. Overall, this is an outstanding resource. Source: Interstate Renewable Energy Council (IREC) URL: http://www.dsireusa.org/ Frost Protected Shallow Foundations [PDF] Abstract: Frost protected shallow foundations are energy efficient, resource efficient and are reported as saving up to 40% in foundation costs. Approved for slab-on-grade construction for heated buildings in the CABO/ICC their use is spreading. This 12-page guide explains how they work, the benefits involved, where they are approved, and more. Source: National Association of Homebuilders (NAHB) URL: http://www.toolbase.org/pdf/techinv/fpsf_techspec.pdf Case study/success story Abstract: This site profiles resource efficient homes throughout the country, highlighting techniques and technologies appropriate for specific sites, climatic conditions, and affordability ranges. Source: Peaks to Prairies Pollution Prevention Information Center URL: http://www.homes-across-america.org Fact sheet/checklist Abstract: Long-term savings raise the quality and affordability of a house (mortgage); Covers methods of achieving energy efficiency without great cost including HVAC, ventilation, air leakage, windows, water conservation, lighting, and appliances. Source: Southface Energy Institute URL: http://www.southface.org/web/resources&services/publications/f actsheets/sav_nrg$.pdf Green Built Home Buyers Guide: Suggested Priorities for Incorporating Environmental Responsibility into Home Building Abstract: Green Built Home (Wisconsin) provides this "top 10" list of measures to reduce the environmental impact of home building. It focuses on where a homebuyer might get the best environmental result for the money. Sample strategies are provided. Source: Wisconsin Environmental Initiative URL: http://www.greenbuilthome.org/owner/guides_buyers.php Green Construction: Water and Energy Hard Copy Publication - Questions to consider and resources to help with energy and water design, including technical assistance and incentives. Source: Pacific Northwest Pollution Prevention Resource Center Radiant Barriers [PDF] Abstract: Benefits and cautions of using a radiant barrier to create more efficient heating and cooling; includes cost and savings estimates. Source: Southface Energy Institute URL: http://www.southface.org/web/resources&services/publications/f actsheets/14radiantbarriers.pdf List Abstract: A state by state list of Fannie Mae mortgage offices throughout the country. Source: FannieMae URL: http://search.fanniemae.com/query.html?col=&ht=0&qp=&qs=&qc=&p w=100%25&ws=0&la=en&charset=utf-8&qm=1&si=0&ct=42 Green Construction: Specific Project Resources Abstract: Links to articles, software, and funding organizations. Includes discussions about budgeting, commissioning, incentives, etc. Source: Pacific Northwest Pollution Prevention Resource Center URL: http://pprc.org/hubs/toc.cfm?hub=31&subsec=7&nav=7&CFID=660075 &CFTOKEN=90697120 Home Energy Rating System and Energy Efficient Mortgage Abstract: Links to home energy ratings and energy mortgages. Source: Residential Energy Services Network (RESNET) URL: http://natresnet.org/ratings/default.htm Incentives, Programs and Policies Search Form Abstract: Click on the renewable energy (RE) directory icon for a state list. Source: Home Power URL: http://homepower.com National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) Economic and Housing Data Abstract: List of statistics and information for various aspects of the home building industry. Source: National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) URL: http://www.nahb.org/page.aspx/category/sectionID=113 Net Metering [PDF] Abstract: Questions and Answers (Q&A) that cover basics in net metering and information about individual state laws. Source: Department of Energy URL: http://www.eere.energy.gov/greenpower/pdfs/metering_0604.pdf State Recycling Tax Incentives Abstract: Descriptions of tax credits, deductions, and exemptions for recycling related activities, ie. equipment purchases, product purchases, etc. by state. Tax incentives apply to a variety of businesses and individuals as shown. Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) URL: http://www.epa.gov/jtr/bizasst/rec-tax.htm Web site Abstract: This website guides users to incorporate sustainable design into affordable housing. The site has application to all building projects with sustainable or resource-efficient design and construction goals. Source: National Center For Appropriate Technology (NCAT) URL: http://www.ncat.org/ncatimages/pdf/lowcostnocostweb.pdf GoodCents Homes - Energy Efficient and Environmental Homes Abstract: Energy efficient certification program for builders; training, certification, marketing and mortgage information for builders and consumers. Source: GoodCents URL: http://www.goodcents.com/# Choose
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