OnGrowing Works: Top 10 Practices for Designing a Sustainable Home
As interest in sustainable home construction continues to increase at a rapid pace, net zero homes are becoming more prevalent than ever. The term “net zero”, while often used incorrectly, is used to describe a home that generates as much energy in a year as it uses. Passive house buildings consume 90 per cent less heating and cooling energy than conventional buildings, making them the perfect choice for homeowners and building owners in the effort to achieve Net Zero. OnGrowing Works partner, Kim Walton, is the owner of Bow Crow Design and has spent the last 40 years designing energy-efficient homes. She has many insights to share about keeping your home as affordable, healthful, energy-efficient and comfortable as possible.
