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Designed by ONYX Architects and located in Ontario, CA, this Net Zero Energy (NZE) transit-oriented community was recently completed by the owner National Community Renaissance and was funded in part by California’s Transformative Climate Community program.
As an integral part of the City’s plan to demonstrate a sustainable community, the ONYX team designed renewable energy features into the project including solar PV panels on the building rooftops and over the carports that support the energy needs of the 101 apartments, as well as expandable load sharing electric vehicle (EV) stations as anticipated EV use increases.
Eligible for LEED Gold, the apartment units are all-electric, and use individual heat pumps for hot water, capturing their cold ‘waste air’ for distribution into hallways and public spaces for cooling and fresh air. Other cost-efficient technologies and innovative approaches prepare this and other developments for a world of autonomous vehicles, bike and pedestrian-friendly communities that encourage healthier lifestyles and reduce pollution.
This sustainable development will reduce the carbon footprint and improve the quality of life for the community as a whole. Let’s all celebrate Earth Day every day!
