Heliospiti Net-Zero Case Study: Design, Construction, and Lessons

Objectives

1. Understand that designing net zero homes involves tradeoffs between various systems, such as heating, cooling, ventilation, and insulation.
2. Analyze the relationship between energy efficiency, decarbonization, moisture management, and health/safety to ensure that the home is not only energy-efficient but also healthy and safe to live in.
3. Introduce a systematic approach to overall net-zero home design that takes into account factors such as energy production, energy consumption, and energy storage.
4. Articulate how new products, materials, and technologies in the past ten years can significantly enhance the energy efficiency of homes, leading to lower energy bills and better occupant health and welfare.