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Upgrading to Net Zero
A Net Zero home produces as much energy as it consumes over the course of a year. Here's what that means in practice.
Solar PV Array
1. Custom Solar Generation
The foundation of a Net Zero upgrade is adding a properly sized Photovoltaic (PV) system. Since a passive home's baseline energy draw is exceptionally low, a much smaller, more affordable rooftop solar array is needed to offset 100% of your annual usage.
All-Electric Systems
2. Electrification Upgrades
Fossil fuels are entirely eliminated from the home. Upgrading to an induction cooktop and a hybrid heat pump water heater slashes remaining energy requirements.