by Brianna Crandall — March 23, 2016—Ecotone Publishing, a division of the International Living Future Institute (ILFI), recently launched a new book called The Power of Zero: Learning from the World’s First Net Zero Energy Buildings, by Brad Liljequist.
According to ILFI, net zero energy buildings use no more energy than they generate over the course of a year. These buildings are said to offer a powerful antidote to the finite limitations associated with fossil fuel use — climate change, ocean acidification, extraction impacts, defending energy supplies, and more.
The Power of Zero showcases the world’s leading net zero energy buildings, demonstrating tangible examples, successful strategies, and actual data for developers, designers and contractors to effectively achieve net zero energy performance.
The Power of Zero showcases the world’s leading net zero energy buildings, demonstrating tangible examples, successful strategies, and actual data for developers, designers and contractors to effectively achieve net zero energy performance. Projects include commercial, residential, and institutional buildings, both new and remodeled, in an array of different climates.
The Power of Zero is written both for the interested layperson and the engaged technician, notes ILFI. Part I begins with an exploration of the underlying principles needed to achieve net zero energy at the building and the community scale.
Part II presents 19 unique case studies from proven Net Zero Energy Certified projects in a variety of climates with different typologies and sizes. Part III delves into the visionary master planning involved in the creation of net zero energy communities.
Considering this array of powerful examples and innovative concepts, The Power of Zero concludes with a progressive look ahead along the regenerative path to achieving a carbon-free, Net Positive future.
The Power of Zero is available from the ILFI Web site.
