Presented by Solar Oregon

The Goal Net Zero Tour tells the story of three Portland homes reaching for Net Zero Energy use.  Redefining the American Dream, this tour of homes displays the ultimate in sustainable living and provides in depth information for home owners, designers, builders and real estate professionals.  AIA credits and CEU's available for professionals.

When:  Sunday, May 17th, 2009.  From 8:30-5:00

Where:  Starts at the Kennedy School, 5736 N.E. 33rd ave. Portland OR 97211.  Workshop is at the Kennedy School, tour travels through SW and SE Portland.

Tickets:  Find out more and purchase tickets at www.solaroregon.org/netzero
Ticket includes workshop, lunch, guided bus tour of homes and plenty of time to discuss your Net Zero goals with professionals at the event.

Details : Explore the technologies and design features, firsthand, that make Zero Energy buildings possible.    We will begin the day with a workshop to familiarize you with the strategies and details to look for in each home on the tour, and to inform you of the financial incentives available in Oregon.   The afternoon tour showcases:

• One home under construction and designed for Net Zero displaying construction details before they are hidden by finishes.

• One recently built and occupied home designed for Net Zero.

• One vintage home in the early stages of renovation with the goal of Net Zero. This home will host a blower door demonstration, which measures unplanned air leakage.

Purchase tickets and learn more about this event visit www.solaroregon.org/netzero.

All proceeds for this event support Solar Oregon in its mission to provide education and community outreach to encourage Oregonians to choose solar energy.  www.solaroregon.org