If you needed more proof that solar power is the energy of the future, consider this: a community of 500 residences created by Comstock Homes will be completely powered by solar energy.
Called the Villages at Heritage Springs and America’s first "single-builder solar-powered community," the Comstock Homes’ development will be just 10 miles from downtown Los Angeles. While the homes in the community will have different floor plans, styles, and sizes, energy efficiency will be their running similarity since all the Comstock homes will have SunPower solar roof tiles that will provide power to their lighting, heating, appliances and other devices.
Solarized Communities
Comstock Homes Develops America's First Photovoltaic Village
Trend Themes
1. Solar-powered Communities - The development and creation of solar-powered communities, which rely independently on power generated through solar energy, will be a major trend in the housing industry.
2. Integrated Solar Technologies - Integration of solar technologies into homes and businesses, creating energy-efficient and sustainable options for all, will be a major trend within the renewable energy industry.
3. Sustainable Neighborhoods - The design and development of sustainable neighborhoods, with an emphasis on renewable energy sources and environmentally friendly features, will be a growing trend in the real estate industry.
Industry Implications
1. Renewable Energy - The renewable energy industry has opportunities to develop new, innovative solar technologies to meet the growing demand for sustainable and efficient energy solutions in residential communities.
2. Real Estate - The real estate industry has an opportunity to offer sustainable housing options, such as solar communities, that appeal to environmentally-conscious buyers.
3. Construction - The construction industry has opportunities to incorporate sustainable and energy-efficient features into their building designs and methods to create environmentally sustainable communities.