The HBA of Northern Kentucky was one of the founding members of Green Build Kentucky™, a statewide initiative to of Home Builders Associations and other entities promoting the ENERGY STAR® plus program. Builders participating in the program must construct a minimum of one home per year that meets the ENERGY STAR®guidelines for energy efficiency. A third party verification process is part of the program requirements. Qualifying homes must also meet the minimum requirements for the NAHB Green Build Standards.

Over time, energy savings from building green can really add up. It’s estimated that the savings can range from 35-50 percent over typical construction. Additionally, these energy saving components can reduce maintenance costs around the home. The resulting decreases in energy and water consumption, coupled with the use of recyclable building materials, will have less of an impact on the environment. The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) has championed the first and only American National Standards Institute- ANSI-accredited residential green building standards, in cooperation with the International Code Council. These new standards were approved and are the only nation consensus standards for new home construction. Other residential green rating systems, including the LEED program, have not met the vetted criteria necessary for ANSI-accredited standards.

Owen Electric- Residential Energy Efficiency Rebate Program

How does Spille Builders come in to play with this? 
Spille Builders is the leader in Kentucky by building the first certified Green Build KY home in NKY and the first to certify a home in KY under the National Green Build Standard.  Our first home can be found under the Available Homes button, 1948 Freedom Trail.  Check out the information listed, follow the links.  You will find how you can save on your energy budget as well as be environmentally friendly.

1. Energy Ratings and Mortgages

2. What is an Energy Efficient Mortgage?

3. Energy Efficient Mortgages FAQ's