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Southface Energy Institute
responsible solutions for environmental living
• Education and Research
• Policy • Green Building
Services-commercial-residential-communities
• GreenprintsMarch 22-23, 2007
Located in the heart of Atlanta at the Civic Center
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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
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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
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Rebuild Atlanta
• US Dept of Energy• GEFA• Southface• City of Atlanta
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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
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Remove Barriers• Green building
technologies• Sustainable land
use• Life cycle costing
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Use and Advocate for Green Resources
• Low Income Housing Tax Credit
• Federal Energy Tax Credits
• Utility Incentives• Preferential financing • Foundations Magnolia Circle, Decatur, GA
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Provide Incentives for Green Building
Awards and other recognition
Education
Fast track permitting
Density allowances
Reduced fees
Financing
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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
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Celebrate Your Success
• Enhanced health• Lower utility costs• Reduced maintenance• Greater comfort• Higher resale value• Cleaner environment
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