Hunter Fanney, chief of the Energy and Environment Division of the National Institute of Standards and Technology's Engineering Laboratory, stands outside the Net-Zero Energy Residential Test Facility.
Net-Zero Energy Residential Test Facility —
Hunter Fanney, chief of the Energy and Environment Division of the National Institute of Standards and Technology's Engineering Laboratory, stands outside the Net-Zero Energy Residential Test Facility.
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The goal is to demonstrate that a net-zero energy house -- one that produces as much energy as it consumes over the course of a year -- can fit into any neighborhood.
Net-Zero Energy Residential Test Facility —
The goal is to demonstrate that a net-zero energy house -- one that produces as much energy as it consumes over the course of a year -- can fit into any neighborhood.
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During the first year of operation, NIST researchers will simulate a family of four living in an energy-efficient home and monitor how the house performs.
Net-Zero Energy Residential Test Facility —
During the first year of operation, NIST researchers will simulate a family of four living in an energy-efficient home and monitor how the house performs.
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Fanney leads a tour of the Net-Zero Energy Residential Test Facility.
Net-Zero Energy Residential Test Facility —
Fanney leads a tour of the Net-Zero Energy Residential Test Facility.
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The net-zero house will allow researchers to test various high-efficiency and alternative energy systems, materials, and designs.
Net-Zero Energy Residential Test Facility —
The net-zero house will allow researchers to test various high-efficiency and alternative energy systems, materials, and designs.
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Fanney leads a tour of the Net-Zero Energy Residential Test Facility.
Net-Zero Energy Residential Test Facility —
Fanney leads a tour of the Net-Zero Energy Residential Test Facility.
A multi-layered wall and insulation sample is displayed.
Net-Zero Energy Residential Test Facility —
A multi-layered wall and insulation sample is displayed.
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Scientists will use the testing equipment in the garage to monitor conditions in the home.
Net-Zero Energy Residential Test Facility —
Scientists will use the testing equipment in the garage to monitor conditions in the home.
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Fanney leads a tour of the Net-Zero Energy Residential Test Facility.
Net-Zero Energy Residential Test Facility —
Fanney leads a tour of the Net-Zero Energy Residential Test Facility.
Barry Schlegel/CNN