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Zero Energy in Oregon
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Decarbonization
The Fundamentals of Building Decarbonization
What Are Zero Energy Homes + Commercial Buildings?
Why Zero Energy Buildings?
Resources + Tools
Fact Sheets
Communications Toolkit
New Buildings
7 Steps to Cost Effective Zero Energy
1. Set Project Energy Goals Early
2. Optimize Building Shape & Orientation
3: Design High Performance Envelope
4. Specify High Efficiency Mechanical Systems
5. Select Efficient Appliances and Lighting
6: Offset with Renewable Energy
7: Commission & Monitor
Share the 7 Steps to Cost Effective Zero Energy
Retrofits
7 Steps to Cost Effective Zero Energy Retrofits
1. Conduct An Assessment
2. Identify Envelope Upgrades
3: Mechanical System Upgrades & Electrification
4. Appliances, Lighting, and Equipment Efficiency & Electrification
5. Solar & Battery Storage
6: Develop Implementation Plan
7: Commission & Monitor
Share the 7 Steps to Cost Effective Retrofitting
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ZERO Coalition

Home
About
Our Mission
Zero Energy in Oregon
ZERO Coalition Membership
Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion at ZERO
Decarbonization
The Fundamentals of Building Decarbonization
What Are Zero Energy Homes + Commercial Buildings?
Why Zero Energy Buildings?
Resources + Tools
Fact Sheets
Communications Toolkit
New Buildings
7 Steps to Cost Effective Zero Energy
1. Set Project Energy Goals Early
2. Optimize Building Shape & Orientation
3: Design High Performance Envelope
4. Specify High Efficiency Mechanical Systems
5. Select Efficient Appliances and Lighting
6: Offset with Renewable Energy
7: Commission & Monitor
Share the 7 Steps to Cost Effective Zero Energy
Retrofits
7 Steps to Cost Effective Zero Energy Retrofits
1. Conduct An Assessment
2. Identify Envelope Upgrades
3: Mechanical System Upgrades & Electrification
4. Appliances, Lighting, and Equipment Efficiency & Electrification
5. Solar & Battery Storage
6: Develop Implementation Plan
7: Commission & Monitor
Share the 7 Steps to Cost Effective Retrofitting
News
Contact Us
  • New Buildings
  • 7 Steps to Cost Effective Zero Energy
  • 1. Set Project Energy Goals Early
  • 2. Optimize Building Shape & Orientation
  • 3: Design High Performance Envelope
  • 4. Specify High Efficiency Mechanical Systems
  • 5. Select Efficient Appliances and Lighting
  • 6: Offset with Renewable Energy
  • 7: Commission & Monitor
  • Share the 7 Steps to Cost Effective Zero Energy
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Residential Resources

  • PHIUS - What is Passive Building?

  • Air Barrier Association of America

  • Top 10 Frequently Asked Questions about Air Barriers

  • A Quick Guide to Cost, Health, and Environmental Considerations

  • Best Practices for an Air-tight Building Envelope (Energy Trust of Oregon EPS Field Guide pg. 7)

Multifamily Resources

  • Net Zero Energy Buildings: Case Studies and Lessons Learned, by Linda Reeder (book)

  • Air Barrier Association of America

  • Top 10 Frequently Asked Questions about Air Barriers

  • A Quick Guide to Cost, Health, and Environmental Considerations

  • Thermal Bridging Guide

Commercial Resources

  • Net Zero Energy Buildings: Case Studies and Lessons Learned, by Linda Reeder (book)

  • Air Barrier Association of America

  • Top 10 Frequently Asked Questions about Air Barriers

  • ZERO Energy Project - Building Envelope

  • Thermal Bridging Guide

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