BUILDING ENERGY-EFFICIENT MULTIFAMILY HOMES

摘要

The U.S. Department of Energy's Housing Innovation Awards recognize projects built to the standards of the Zero Energy Ready Home (ZERH) program. The three winning projects shown here are examples of exemplary multifamily work. Multifamily projects offer opportunities and challenges: building multiple energy-efficient, healthy homes on one site using smaller-capacity heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems; providing effective ventilation with less space for ducts and vents; and air sealing marriage walls while meeting special fire-code restrictions. All projects allow every unit to enjoy low utility bills, healthy indoor air, functional floor plans, and access to amenities.