Why Every Tribal Building should be Net Zero

Learn about the following concepts & strategies:   Energy Star.   ENERGY STAR is a U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) voluntary program that helps businesses and individuals save money and protect our climate through superior energy efficiency. Energy Use Intensity.  EUI expresses a building’s energy use as a function of its size or other characteristics.  Generally, a low EUI signifies good energy performance How to reduce EUI.  EUI can vary by building type / Energy star baseline EUI Net Zero.  A building which, while still connected to the grid, produces enough energy on site equal to the amount of energy used. Insulated Concrete Forms (ICF).  ICF's are modular, easy to install. Tribal members can be taught to install and not have to be masons. Real life Example of a Tribal Net Zero Building.  Fort Totten Alt CTE School Seven Generational Thinking We should build tribal net-zero projects while maintaining a realistic budget and surpassing "green" standards. Think 7!