Green Building Certifications
Achieve sustainable certifications with Oxalis Advisors guiding you from design through final construction.
ENERGY STAR Homes
ENERGY STAR Homes are built to meet strict energy efficiency guidelines set by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. They deliver better durability, comfort, and reduced utility and maintenance costs.
Cost Savings: Building Energy Star certified homes and apartments can reduce construction costs and offer cost savings through right-sized HVAC units. Inflation Reduction Act Tax Rebates.
Energy Efficiency: Energy Star certified homes are 10-20% more energy efficient than homes built to standard code, resulting in lower utility bills for homeowners.
Higher Sales Price: Studies indicate sales price premiums of up to 6% for ENERGY STAR certified and similarly efficient homes.
National Green Building Standard (NGBS) ICC-700 Homes
NGBS Homes encourages sustainable construction practices. It provides a framework for builders and developers to design and construct homes that are more environmentally responsible, increasing energy, water, indoor air quality, and resource efficiency.
Resilience and Durability: The NGBS addresses the resilience and durability of homes, ensuring that they are built to withstand natural disasters and climate challenges, reducing the likelihood of damage and costly repairs. 20-30% more energy efficient and use less water than code-minimum new homes
Market Differentiation: NGBS-rated homes can stand out in the market as environmentally friendly and sustainable options. This can attract environmentally conscious buyers and potentially increase the market value of these homes. You can expect to sell faster and for 8-30% more than a non-certified home of comparable size and location.
Incentives and Rebates: In some regions, there may be financial incentives, tax credits, or rebates available for NGBS-rated homes, encouraging builders and homeowners to invest in sustainable building practices.
Create a quality home with Oxalis Advisors
Oxalis Advisors assists with creating well-built, sustainable homes. Our goal is to integrate efficiency into your building design. Get in touch with us to create a personalized plan for meeting your sustainability objectives.