Going Green

posted: Tuesday, January 22, 2008

Pence Hathorn Silver’s latest listing is creating quite a buzz. The brand new construction is not only beautiful, but it is a Green Home that is LEED registered. What is LEED for homes? LEED for homes is a green home rating system for ensuring that homes are designed and built to be energy and resource efficient and healthy for occupants. Green homes use less energy, water and natural resources; creates less waste; and is healthier for the people living inside. This is the first eco-friendly spec house being built in the north of Montana neighborhood of Santa Monica and it proves being green can be luxurious. The PHS team is very excited to partner up with the developer on such an important endeavor and they are using this as an opportunity to teach neighbors simple ways they can make their homes more green.

Below are a few tips from the U.S. Green Building Council and LEED® for Homes:

Lower Your Utility Bills
  • Switch to Compact Fluorescent Light Bulbs
  • Program Your Thermostat
  • Plug Air Leaks
  • Tune Up Your Heating and Cooling (HVAC) System
  • Choose ENERGY STAR® Appliances
  • Reduce Water Use
Switch to Green Power
  • Choose Green Products
  • Buy Local
  • Use Low-VOC Products
  • Use Wood Alternatives or FSC-certified Wood
  • Use Rapidly Renewable Flooring Materials
Green Your Yard
  • Plant Trees to Provide Shade and Wind Protection for Your House
  • Use Native Plantings
  • Use Nontoxic Gardening Techniques
Green Your Transportation
  • Carpool, Use Public Transportation, Walk or Bike when possible
  • Buy a High-efficiency Car.

For more information about LEED for Homes, visit the USGBC Web site

To make an appointment to see the LEED Registered Green House or to get more info, call Shann Silver @ (310) 458-4024.