Featured in March 2019 issue of Renew Magazine this house is a continuously evolving experiment with technology and solar power generation. Go here to read article https://renew.org.au/renew-magazine/off-grid/off-grid-in-the-suburbs/.
Sustainability Features
Years Open
2024 2025
ENERGY AND WATER EFFICIENT FEATURES
Energy efficiency:
Efficient appliances Energy monitoring
Passive heating cooling:
Passive solar designed home
Active heating cooling:
Ceiling fans
Water heating:
Solar hot water (evacuated tube)
Water harvesting and saving features:
Rainwater storage - Above ground
Above ground rainwater storage Type:
9,000 litres
Energy Efficient Lighting
LED lights throughout
SUSTAINABLE & RECYCLED MATERIALS
Sustainable materials:
Placement and location of windows
Recycled and reused materials:
Light fixtures / fittings Steel frame
INSULATION SPECIFICATIONS
Insulation Type:
Ceiling Internal walls External walls
Ceiling Type:
Bulk – natural wool
Ceiling Rating:
2.5
Internal Walls Insulation Type:
Bulk – polyester
Internal Walls Insulation Rating:
2.5
External Walls Rating:
2.5
External Walls Type:
Bulk – polyester
RENEWABLE ENERGY SPECIFICATIONS
All-Electric Home?
No
Renewable energy used:
Energy storage/battery Solar PV grid connect Solar PV off-grid
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