Green Technology

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign students have achieved a leading green building in their Gable Home design. The Illinois group was made up of a multi-disciplinary team of students that participated in the Solar Decathlon competition.



The solar photovoltaic power system is sized to be a net generator of power to the grid.



The Gable House's exterior architecture delivers a distinctive Midwest feeling with gable roof and barn siding.



However, the interior translates the visitor into a modern atmosphere.



The walls are quite thick, delivering excellent insulation meeting passive design standards. And, renewable wood is used in the structure.



Recycled wood was used for the exterior siding.



Will Team Illinois continue their lead and win the net metering criteria? We will see on Friday morning. ... More Gable Home pictures after the jump.