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Why Go Green?

Did you know that buildings account for 12% of all freshwater use, 30% of all raw materials, 48% of all greenhouse gas emissions, and 70% of all electricity use? While the first things that may come to mind when thinking about our impact on the environment may be automobiles and factories, the places we live actually represent a larger part of our footprint.

It then stands to reason that building smart homes that take steps toward reducing water and energy usage is a way that we can do our part to conserve resources. Lennon Hills homes help reduce your impact while improving your quality of life. Together we can leave a legacy of responsible environmental use to our children and grandchildren.

Reducing Heating and Cooling Costs

A well-insulated and well-engineered home uses less energy to heat and cool the air in the living spaces. Lennon Hills homes feature the following technologies that help to reduce energy usage for heating and cooling:

  • State-of-the-art structurally insulated panels (SIPS)
  • Insulated windows and doors for increased energy efficiency
  • High-efficiency heating and air conditioning system (rated minimum 16 SEER & 8.5 HSPF)
  • Whole house air filtration system
  • Optional solar hot water heater

Reducing Electricity Use

Lennon Hills homes put owners in the driver’s seat of electricity savings. A control center in each home monitors energy usage, allowing you to immediately see the impact of electricity-saving measures. Each home features:

  • GE ENERGY STAR appliances
  • State-of-the art LED recessed lighting fixtures and  ENERGY STAR compact fluorescent light fixtures that offer energy savings and long-life bulbs
  • Natural day lighting throughout each home
  • Control panel gives you a constantly-updated view of your home’s energy usage
  • Optional integrated solar electricity panels

Reducing Water Usage

Excessive household water usage can put an unnecessary strain on local supplies, and cause pollution of local waterways and oceans. Also, excess water usage increases energy costs by requiring a greater number of gallons to be heated or processed for use. The Lennon Hills community is projected to have an annual sewer impact savings of 4.7 million gallons, with each home saving as much as 27,000 gallons annually. To help reduce water usage, each home is equipped with:

  • Tankless water heaters
  • Water conserving fixtures
  • Dual-flush Toilets
  • Utilization of xeriscaping (the cultivation of drought-tolerant native plants to minimize water use )
  • Water-conserving laundry equipment
  • Rainwater catchment systems used for landscaping needs
  • Installed irrigation system includes irrigation efficiency device
  • Semi-Pervious concrete driveways and patios

Reduced Environmental Impact

Lennon Hills sustainable living extends beyond the day-to-day energy usage of a home. This includes the footprint that appliances, countertops and building materials have on the environment during their manufacture and throughout their lives. Our homes also include:

  • Recycled glass and concrete countertops in kitchen and bathrooms
  • Recycled-content cabinetry and vanities
  • Environmentally friendly floors
  • Recycled-content low-VOC siding
  • Recycled-content decking
  • Organic landscaping and lawn care for each individual property
  • Low- to zero- VOC: paint, adhesives and varnishes