HGTV Green Home 2011If you're interested in Green homes in Camas, Washington, you're in luck.  You're also not alone, according to the Green Resource Council, two thirds of buyers recognize the link between Green properties, cost savings and healthier living.  However, you need to be aware of the many shades of Green.

 

Energy star certified homes must meet guidelines that show they are 20-30% more efficient than standard homes. Green Homes in Camas Washington, achieve this level of performance in a variety of ways.

ENERGY STAR

   Effective Insulation

   High Performance Windows

   Tight Construction and Ducts

   Efficient Heating and Cooling Systems.

   ENGERGY STAR Qualified Lighting and Appliances

Third party verification by a certified Home Energy Rater (or equivilent) is required. The "rater" works with the builder throughout the construction process to ensure all of the necessary guidelines have been met. Records and documentation of testing and inspections are required for the house to earn the ENERGY STAR label.

 

Leed (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) certified homes undergo a technically rigerous process and are awarded points. Those points earn certifications as either Leed, silver, gold or platinum.  Green Homes in Camas Washington earn these Leed ratings by adhearing to the following criteria - sustainable sites, water efficiency, energy and atmosphere, materials and resources, indoor environmental quality and innovative design. 

    LeedLeed       45-59   Points   

      Silver      60-74   Points

    Gold       75-89   Points

              Platinum      90-136 Points (If you saw the HGTV, Denver area Green home giveaway, it had both the Leed Platinum and ENERGY STAR certifications.)

If you're interested in buying, or just exploring Green homes in Camas, Washington, let's get started.

 

Debb Dodges Raindrops, Has the NAR Green Designation and Sells Real Estate in Clark County Washington

 

 

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7 Comments on Green Homes in Camas Washington

MAY
25
2011
 Great stuff. It's encouraging to see professionals take Green seriously and spend time and money to become proficient in this industry. We all win. Thank you for this information.
12:25am • #1
959,150 Points 53 Featured Posts Outside Blog Attended Rain Camp Called Shot Master

Debb, great informational post on Green Homes!    They are becoming more and more popular, and HGTV has a home available here in Denver at Stapleton.      This looks like the way to go for the future!
9:51am • #2
473,644 Points 35 Featured Posts Outside Blog Called Shot Master

Yes, I saw the Stapleton home on HGTV...really did a good job with it...it's Leed Platinum and Energy Star certified! I think we will see more and more Green building in the future. Have a good day Joan. 
10:16am • #3
MAY
26
2011
452,380 Points 10 Featured Posts Outside Blog Called Shot Master

Hi Debb, the energy savings on these energy efficient homes are great, some of the builders in Ct are embracing sustainable building.

FYI your LEED points are not correct, the points required by USGBC are:

          LEED for Homes                 LEED BD+C (commmercial)

Certified   45 - 59                         40 -49

 Silver      60 -74                           50 -59

Gold       75 - 89                            60 - 79

Platinum  90 - 136                       80 pts and above

 total possible pts 136                  total possible pts 110

 
1:06pm • #4
473,644 Points 35 Featured Posts Outside Blog Called Shot Master

David, thanks for catching that. Hate errors, my face is red (soul is green.)  I have corrected the numbers...and this is NOT for commercial buildings, but I'm glad you included the data. 
5:20pm • #5
JUN
06
2011
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Wow!  Look at the cantilevered overhang on that house!  They're serious about keeping the sun off that side of the home.
10:05pm • #6
JUN
07
2011
473,644 Points 35 Featured Posts Outside Blog Called Shot Master

Denver home...lots of sun to deal with!

 

 
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