The recently completed Zero Emission Buildings (ZEB) Pilot House is a family home capable of producing nearly three times as much energy as is required to power it. The additional energy can be fed back into the grid, or used to charge an electric car. The ZEB house was built using a number of sustainable technologies and building practices. The energy to power the home comes via a roof top mounted photovoltaic array, as well as a solar thermal panel array. To catch the maximum amount of sunlight, the roof also slopes to the southeast. To further maximize solar heat gain, the builders strategically placed glass windows and doors throughout the house.
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