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build it smart! offers a wide selection of smart design ideas and resources. Most of these ideas are already in use here in Ventura County; we'll show you where. Dig in and be inspired. |
david's picks |
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smart cooling |
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solar energy |
Solar water heating, passive solar design, solar electric systems—everything under the sun. |
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smart land |
The latest greatest ideas on compact design, mixed use neighborhoods, complete streets, and smart parking. It's a beautiful day in the neighborhood! |
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free design assistance |
These programs offer expert advice to help you design energy savings into your project, because the best time to plan for energy efficiency is to do it right from the start. Ventura County Energy Resource Center (VCERC), Savings by Design, California New Home Program. |
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green building guidelines & certification programs |
Green building standards organizations provide detailed standards for energy and resource conserving buildings. These guidelines cover every corner of your project and provide a wealth of ideas to choose from. |
 LEED, a program of the U.S. Green Building Council, is a national certification program that provides a definitive standard for what constitutes green building. |
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rebates & financial incentives |
Links and information about rebates, loans and grants. | |||||
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