Michael and Nancy Platz were seeking a contractor who could build them a new home that would stand up to the test of time, be energy-efficient and protect them from the hurricanes that occasionally threaten the Carolina coast. They found what they were looking for at a home show in Charleston. Steve Bostic, owner [...]
When zero equals more: Planned buildings expected to make as much energy, or more, than they burn By David Quick dquick@postandcourier.com / Sep 3, 2017 Updated Sep 3, 2017 Green building templates Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design, or commonly known as LEED, is a rating system devised by [...]
July 17, 2014 The European Solar Decathlon award went to a Home design that realized that reusing is more sustainable than rebuilding. It featured • Passive and active solar elements photovoltaics) • LED electrical lighting throughout • Heat/Fresh air exchanger • Water reclamation and low-flush LEED certification from the U.S. Green Building Council is awarded [...]
