DOE Tour of Zero: Z.E.N. 2.0 Collection by Thrive Home Builders / New Town
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Thrive Home Builders built this 3,945-square-foot production home in Denver, Colorado, to the high performance criteria of the U.S. Department of Energy Zero Energy Ready Home (ZERH) program.
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Deep overhangs and porches protect windows and walls from summer sun and winter snows in this Denver area home.
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Solar panels should help this highly efficient home achieve zero energy bills for its homeowners.
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Beneath the fiber cement and brick siding, the builder packed R-41 of blown fiberglass into the double walls.
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ENERGY STAR appliances and EPA WaterSense-labeled plumbing fixtures add to energy and water savings.
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All of the home’s lighting is provided by highly efficient LED bulbs.
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A high-efficiency heat pump heats the home with 12.2 HSPF and 18.9 SEER efficiency.
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The builder packed R-41 of blown fiberglass into the double walls, which are advanced framed to cut lumber usage.
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“I love that it's zero energy.”
– Homeowner
“I love the floor plan. I love the materials used to create my home. I love that it's zero energy.”
– Homeowner
