Potential Home Design within Community If enough energy and site standards are met, this community could become LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) certified. This in turn will make Horsham Township and the community a more valuable and appealing place to live, while lessening its environmental impact.
Style of house that could be implemented in the community
Reference: www.fopple.com, www.greenbuildingelements.com
Reference: www.news.engineering.iastate.edu
Reference: www.inhabitat.com
Potential Energy-reducing inclusions to house…
Photovoltaic cells (solar panels) References: www.diysolarpanelreviews.co.uk, www.reallynatural.com, www.wikipedia.com
Reference:www.worldclimateissues.worldpress.com
Radiant heating Reference: findanyfloor.com
Rain water collection systems: rain barrels References: interact.stltoday.com, rfcity.org
Fireplace to reduce heating load in winter Reference: www.heatkit.com/html/bakeov22.htm
Dual-Flush Toilets Reference: www.beingwater.com
Energy Star appliances Reference: www.neo.ne.gov
Reference: www.dnr.louisiana.gov
reduces energy consumption by making owner aware of energy use Energy Monitor reduces energy consumption by making owner aware of energy use Reference: www.greatgreengadgets.com
(Volatile Organic Chemicals) No VOC (Volatile Organic Chemicals) paint Reference: www.mystagedlife.com