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From the growing popularity of electric cars to ordinances banning gas appliances in new homes, current trends in electricity-consumption are placing tremendous pressure on the power grid.\\xa0 Without a release valve, we could be looking at rolling blackouts and skyrocketing electric bills. \\xa0

On this episode of Open House, Reba and Eric \\u201ctake it to the man\\u201d (or at least electric companies) with guest Pam Burton, as they discuss the upcoming Northwest Green Home Tour, and ways to take your home to net zero.

You\\u2019ll learn:

• What it means to be \\u201cnet zero\\u201d in terms of energy and resource consumption.
• Tips for making your home more energy efficient.
• Best conditions for installing solar panels.
• The impact of Covid on home design.
• The variety of home styles amenable to green upgrades.
• Installations and fixtures increasing your home\\u2019s salability (and others that, well\\u2026 not so much.)

Plus a discussion of generational dynamics in homebuying, the impact of higher interest rates on would-be sellers, and changes in home renovation trends.

And if you\\u2019d like to learn more about the Northwest Green Home Tour (May 14th 2022 from 9A-11:30A online and 11A-5P in-person) visit: www.nwgreenhometour.com.\\xa0 Tickets are free of charge!