Solar Homestead hits market

From the Watauga Democrat:

Asheville-based homebuilder Deltec Homes this week began offering Appalachian State University’s Solar Homestead — a solar-powered, net-zero energy home designed by ASU students — to the national market...

“This is a great example of our department working with local industry to bring sustainable solutions to the people of North Carolina and beyond. It is a great step forward, bringing energy-efficient housing to a large consumer base,” said Jamie Russell, ASU assistant professor in the Department of Technology and Environmental Design, in a statement. “The licensing agreement also validates the many hours of dedication and hard work of students and faculty that went into the Solar Homestead project.”

Full article here.