DOE Tour of Zero: The Hale Plan by New Town Builders

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In 2012, New Town Builders committed to building all of its Stapleton homes in Denver to the high-performance criteria of the U.S. DOE Zero Energy Ready Home program.
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All homes meet the healthy indoor air requirements of the EPA’s Indoor airPLUS program.
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High-efficiency ENERGY STAR appliances and water-saving plumbing fixtures help reduce energy and water use.
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Certified low-/no-VOC paints, finishes, and carpets help provide a healthy indoor environment.
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The homeowner can track electricity production from the home’s solar electric panels designed to provide enough electricity to meet nearly all of the home’s energy needs.
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Double-wall continuous thermal blanket construction is used with two 2-by-4 walls set 2 inches apart to create an ultra-efficient 9.5-inch-thick wall cavity filled with blown-in fiberglass insulation.
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Energy-saving attic perimeter insulation is achieved with raised heel roof trusses that provide adequate space over the outer walls for full-depth attic insulation.
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High-efficiency advanced framing techniques reduce the lumber use while providing more room for insulation. This includes high-efficiency window framing and single rather than multiple studs and open headers.
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“We put together this zero-energy package on every home we offer in a production atmosphere at an affordable price.”

DOE Tour of Zero: The Hale Plan by New Town Builders infographic: Denver, CO; newtownbuilders.com. 3,560 square feet, HERS score 3, -$7 average monthly energy bill, $3,000 annual savings, $130,000 saved in the first 30 years.
Key features list: High-performance insulation system for enhanced quiet and comfort, comprehensive draft protection, fresh air system for cleaner indoor air, high-efficiency comfort system, energy-efficient appliances and advanced lighting technology for

"The one thing we are really proud of is that we have been able to put together this zero-energy package on every home we offer in a production atmosphere at an affordable price that fits into the market."

– Bill Rectanus, vice-president of homebuilding operations, New Town Builders

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