DOE Tour of Zero: Revive Lotus Townhome by Philgreen Construction
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Philgreen Construction built this 1,434-square-foot multifamily project in Fort Collins, Colorado, to the high performance criteria of the U.S. Department of Energy Zero Energy Ready Home (ZERH) program.
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The simple shed roofs allowed Philgreen to install up to 5.46 kW of solar panels on the roofs of these townhomes.
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Coated OSB wall sheathing with taped seams replaced house wrap as the continuous drainage plane and air barrier behind the siding.
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Vinyl-framed, double-pane windows let in light and keep in heat.
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ENERGY STAR appliances add to energy savings.
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The advanced technology LED lighting and ENERGY STAR ceiling fans use less energy and generate less heat than traditional lighting products.
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A compact plumbing design helps hot water from the heat pump water heater quickly reach its destination.
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A 3.6 COP/18.1 EER ground-source heat pump efficiently heats and cools the townhome.
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Staggered studs in the walls allow room for insulation to wrap around the edges of the studs preventing heat transfer through the walls.