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Energy Saving Tips of the Month
Energy Trust of Oregon cash-back incentives, as well as federal and state energy tax credits, have been updated to help you save even more on energy-saving improvements. Some energy-saving home improvements could qualify for all three.
In addition, cash-back bonuses for making multiple improvements at the same time may save you even more. Remember to ask your contractor about special rebates offered directly by manufacturers.
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Green Home Profile from Earth Advantage Institute
Sacramento Lofts, Portland, Oregon
The Sacramento Lofts is a high-end, sustainable community of eight homes located in the heart of downtown Northeast Portland. Designed using the highest standards of energy efficiency, indoor air quality, and environmental responsibility, these homes are guaranteed to help their occupants live cleaner, greener lifestyles.
Starting at $589,000, these 3 bedroom, 3.5 bathroom condos are each four stories high and range from 1,850 to 2,040 square feet. Each home also has beautiful architectural details, a convenient floor plan layout, and modern amenities, such as a rooftop garden, radiant floor heating, an eco-roof, and a personal elevator. 
Builder: OneHome LLC
Real Estate Broker: Quinn Crandell, Prudential NW Properties 503.502.2805
Certification: certified Earth Advantage Platinum
Price: $574,900 and $674,900 Location: NE Portland
Three Green Details:
RADIANT FLOOR HEATING
Water heated by a solar water heater flows through tubing in the floors to heat your home. The solar hot water heaters will also supply most of the domestic hot water.
ENERGY RECOVERY VENTILATION
These ventilators exchange indoor air for outdoor air without losing heat. The system also filters air, removing humidity, stagnant air, and any particles such as dust, pollen, and other pollutants. The ERV system is integrated with the radiant floor heating, both of which are  controlled by a thermostatic touch pad. This gives the homeowner complete control over the indoor environment.
GREEN ECO-ROOF
A green roof system designed to grow plants on a rooftop environment will be visible from each roof-deck. The green eco-roof not only has environmental benefits, but it also has aesthetic and social benefits. Green roofs are very attractive and natural views have been proven to create more productive, healthy, happy, creative, and relaxed people.
To learn more about Sacramento Lofts, click here.
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Exciting News from Energy Trust of Oregon
Are you serious about going solar, but unsure of the next step? Energy Trust of Oregon can help with its free, monthly Basics of Going Solar Energy workshop.
During the workshop, you will learn how well solar works in Oregon's climate, as well as how solar electric and solar water heating systems operate. The workshop also covers energy production and your utility bills, and typical costs and financial incentives, which may cover 70-80% of installation costs.
The Basics of Going Solar workshops are brought to you by the Solar Now! Campaign, a collaboration of four Oregon organizations dedicated to helping homeowners go solar. For more details about solar workshops and other solar facts, visit Solar Now!
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May 2009
Charlotte
Earth Advantage Institute
cwiller@earthadvantage.org
Green Event Calendar
May 14 - Introduction to the LEED for Homes Program
Click here to register.
May 17 - 2009 Goal Net Zero Tour. Click here for more details.
May 19 - Residential Lighting Strategies. Click here to register.
May 20 - Residential Basics of Going Solar. RSVP here.
May 21 - Smart Design Concepts, Bend. Click here to register.
May 27 & 28 – S.T.A.R. (Sustainability Training for Accredited Professionals) class. Click here to register.
May 27 - Residential Green Building and the Building Codes, Eugene. Click here to register.
June 4 - Creating a Green Home. Click here to register.
OUR GROWING NETWORK
Earth Advantage S.T.A.R.
designated professionals in 2009: 113
Energy Trust Real Estate Professional Trade
Allies in 2009: 94
GREEN INDUSTRY CALENDARS
Energy Trust Events
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BUZZ WORD OF THE MONTH
Earth Advantage New Homes Program
The Earth Advantage New Homes program is a third-party verified, green building certification that ensures the highest quality of building. The volunteer program guides builders through the building process using five environmental categories: healthy indoor air quality, environmental responsibility, resource efficiency, water conservation, and energy efficiency.
While an Earth Advantage New Home may appear quite similar to other new homes, within its shell there are significant differences. Compare a new Earth Advantage home to most other new homes, and you will discover features that positively affect energy efficiency, indoor air quality, environmental impact, and occupants' overall comfort.
Click here to learn more.
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