2. The Structure Shipping Container Buildings Upcycled = cheap, takes away from landfill Designed to carry heavy loads Designed to resist harsh environments

3. Heating and Cooling Alternative Insulation Plant fiber to insulate, draught proof and reduce noise Used in wall and roof cavities

4. Sustainable Flooring Produced from sustainable materials (ex. Bamboo very hard, durable) Reduces demand on ecosystem

5. Windows Low Emission Window Gas in the spaces help insulate home and reflect heat Reduce heat that pass through the layers

6. Water GrayWater Collection Graywater is any wash water that has been used in a house Goes to a surge tank Used for farming irrigation

7. Waste Composting Toilet is a toilet with no water. When you urinate it evaporates Poop is added to soil at bottom of toilet Adds nutrients to later be used in a garden.

8. Lights LED lights Energy efficient and have a long lifespan Brighter light while using less energy

9. Power Photovoltaic Cells (solar cells) Cell that converts solar energy into electrical energy.

10. Solar Power Tower Large field of sun-tracking mirrors, called heliostats Offer large-scale, solutions to nation’s energy needs Single 100-megawatt power tower supplies electricity for 50,000 homes

11. Putting it all Together Take a look at our house!