Event Description

Homes of the future will be carbon-free! Efficient, all-electric, powered by clean energy. How will the new requirements in California and elsewhere impact their market value? What benefits do buyers care about? Carbon free homes are typically more healthy, safe, comfortable, durable, resilient, and cost less to own. Their high performance elevates occupant’s quality of life while delivering multiple societal benefits including cleaner air and water.

Attendees will gain comprehension of specific features typical to carbon-free new and existing homes. In valuation or guiding customers in buying and selling, the proficiency gained in this course will be a professional differentiator that strengthens their business.

Learning Objectives:

• Recognize building elements typical to carbon-free homes
• Understand emissions-reducing efficiency
• Describe benefits of CF homes including indoor air quality and energy savings
• Comprehend why air tightness is even more important than insulation
• Relate how families have realized health improvements such as asthma
• Gain familiarity with current building codes and energy policy
• Comprehend approaches to valuation of efficiency assets and solar PV
• Accurately represent carbon free homes in sales listings and appraisal reporting