Spring Home Spotlight Tour Shines on A New Net Zero Home

4CORE is holding a home tour at the home of Vicki and Chris Calwell on Saturday, April 13^th from 2 to 6:30 PM. Durango Solar Homes is the primary sponsor of this new net zero home, which features cutting edge technology and produces as much energy as it uses.

This unique home has no combustion appliances- all heat and cooking come from sources without a flame. The home features passive and active solar, including bifacial solar awnings that collect sunlight that shines directly on them, as well as some that is filtered through and bounces back off the ground underneath. A geothermal tempering loop helps recover heat from the ground in the winter and cool air in the summer. Additionally, Bio PCM Phase Change Material is used in the sun room, which slowly releases heat and warms the rooms as it cools from a gel.

"This home utilizes both simple passive solar strategies and the latest high tech energy systems that future homeowners and builders will be integrating into their projects,” said Steve Kawell, Passive Solar Specialist and Owner of Durango Solar Homes. “It was designed and built for the specific lifestyle of the Calwells and their family, who will be able to easily monitor the home and its performance from a smart phone or lap top."

The homes are located at 50 Redcliff Lane just off of County Road 250 north of Trimble Lane. The event is free and open to the public. Suppliers and builders will be on-hand to explain the products and processes used to construct the homes, home energy efficiency, and saving money on utility bills. Food is being provided by Zia Taqueria.

“We are pleased to shine a spotlight on this state-of-the-art home,” said Gregg Dubit, Director of 4CORE. “Everything from the layout orientation to the materials incorporated has been thought out and planned with care. This unique home is an awesome example of possible solutions to our energy management future.”

This Spring Home Spotlight Event is sponsored by  Durango Solar Homes, Handcrafted House, Foam Insulation Specialists, Living Solar, Phoenix Recycling, Tile and Light Art of Durango, Zehnder and Zia Taqueria. 4CORE hosts quarterly Home Spotlight Events as an educational offering for participants to learn the various and creative ways to build or retrofit energy efficient homes. Please visit www.fourcore.org to RSVP and learn more.

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