NGBS Certification – Southern Energy Management

What Does Net-Zero Look Like in North Carolina?

Lindsay Brecheisen — Fri, 07 Jul 2023 21:14:05 +0000

We are thrilled to showcase Array, one of our Zero Energy Blueprint partners and the first 100% net-zero community in North Carolina. Situated in Orange County, Array boasts a charming 12-lot neighborhood, with more than half of its land dedicated to open spaces, encompassing scenic walking trails, community gardens, and inviting gathering areas. We have been collaborating closely with Array's developers since 2019. To support them in achieving their net-zero and sustainability goals, we took charge of consulting on community sustainability standards, providing energy modeling for the homes, along with the implementation of solar technology.

As a net-zero community, Array ensures a perfect equilibrium between energy production and consumption. Array embodies everything Southern Energy Management (SEM) values in a community: a deep-rooted passion for the environment and the land, and the conviction that we can coexist harmoniously with nature, not just simply occupy it.

Let's dive in and explore Array and the awesome development duo behind North Carolina's first-ever 100% net-zero community!

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NGBS Chapter 7: Energy Efficiency 2020 Updates Explained

Rachel Della Valle — Thu, 11 Jun 2020 15:44:11 +0000

The 2020 edition of the National Green Building Standard (NGBS) has arrived! With the new standard comes many updates and improvements which we’ve compiled for the full NGBS program in our recent post, 2020 NGBS Changes & What You Need to Know. This article will focus specifically on the modifications made to Chapter 7: Energy Efficiency in […]

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2020 NGBS Program Changes & What You Need to Know

Rachel Della Valle — Tue, 09 Jun 2020 13:42:00 +0000

We are excited to join sustainability advocates across the country and Home Innovation Research Labs in announcing the 2020 edition of the ICC-700 National Green Building Standard® (NGBS) has been approved by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI). NGBS provides a roadmap for residential professionals to integrate green practices and features appropriate for their building […]

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Builder’s Guide to NGBS Green Program Changes

Taylor Fearrington — Tue, 22 May 2018 13:50:11 +0000

Builder’s Guide to NGBS Green Program Changes Home Innovation Research Labs has released a new version of their green building program, The National Green Building Standard (NGBS). NGBS will be transitioning from the 2012 version to the new “2015 NGBS” as of June 30, 2018. Southern Energy Management has reviewed the program changes and we’re prepared […]

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NGBS Program Changes

Laurie Colwander — Mon, 09 Apr 2018 18:53:14 +0000

*This article was updated on 10/3/2018 Much like building codes, green building programs update on regular cycles to stay ahead of the code and incorporate current technologies. Home Innovation Research Labs has released a new version of their green building program, The National Green Building Standard (NGBS). Southern Energy Management is proud to be offering […]

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Top Reasons Why You Should Build Green Homes

SEM SHINE Team — Tue, 02 May 2017 14:07:05 +0000

What are green homes? Green Buildings as defined by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is the practice of creating structures and using processes that are environmentally responsible and resource-efficient. This practice spans throughout a building’s life-cycle from siting to design, construction, operation, maintenance, renovation, and deconstruction. It expands and complements the classic building design concerns […]

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