Southface Energy Institute

responsible solutions for environmental living

• Education and Research

• Policy • Green Building

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• GreenprintsMarch 22-23, 2007

Located in the heart of Atlanta at the Civic Center

Architect

Lord, Aeck & Sargent, Inc.

Contractor—

Eco Office Contractors: A Consortium of Green Builders

DPR Construction

Hardin Construction Co., LLC

Holder Construction Co.

R. J. Griffin & Co.

Skanska USA Building

The Winter Construction Company

Eco Office

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Water Use Reduction Results

Providing Incentives and Finding the Resources

• Champion greenpublic healthenvironmentquality of lifeeconomic development tool

• Remove barriers

• Use and advocate forgreen resources

• Provide incentives

• Lead by example

Rebuild Atlanta

• US Dept of Energy• GEFA• Southface• City of Atlanta

Economic Impact1000 EarthCraft Affordable Homes generate:

• $18/month energy savings

• $214/year savings• $195,810/year

savings for community

• $5.8 million saved over 30 years

• $29.4 million economic stimulus over 30 years

Green builds community wealth

Adds less than $650 to cost

Remove Barriers• Green building

technologies• Sustainable land

use• Life cycle costing

Use and Advocate for Green Resources

• Low Income Housing Tax Credit

• Federal Energy Tax Credits

• Utility Incentives• Preferential financing • Foundations Magnolia Circle, Decatur, GA

Provide Incentives for Green Building

Awards and other recognition

Education

Fast track permitting

Density allowances

Reduced fees

Financing

Greening the Ranch

Remodeled 1950s brick ranchIncreased conditioned space 40%Decreased energy cost 27%

Reduced air leaks Insulated attic, walls and crawlspaceLow-E windowsDucts inside conditioned spaceEnergy Star appliances and lightingEfficient HVAC equipmentUpgraded exhaust fansWhole house dehumidifierDedicated outdoor fresh air ductEnhanced air filtrationWater efficient plumbing fixturesLow odor paintsSalvaged building materialsSome recycling of C&D wasteXeriscape and native landscapeRescued landscape materialsRainwater harvesting (planned)Hybrid vehicleModest commute

Celebrate Your Success

• Enhanced health• Lower utility costs• Reduced maintenance• Greater comfort• Higher resale value• Cleaner environment

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