Articles from Thecooldown

Architect Joaquin Karcher has unveiled the Zero E Home, a sustainable and affordable housing model in Taos, New Mexico, that aims to mainstream climate-resilient and energy-efficient living. Built from natural, carbon-free materials and implementing passive house principles, these homes require up to 90% less energy than conventional homes. They use innovative technology such as triple-pane windows, ultra-efficient insulation, and cold climate heat pumps to maintain comfort while being eco-friendly. Karcher's work challenges the myth that sustainable homes are only for the wealthy and aims for such housing to be accessible to a wider population.