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Bingham Ridge At-A-Glance
THE NEIGHBORHOOD
Located in Northern Chatham County, Bingham Ridge is a new neighborhood of 39 home sites on 123 acres. The homes are Energy Star certified with active solar systems for hot water and electrical generation. Electricity generated is sold into Progress Energy’s grid and reimbursed by the NC Green Power program.
The Craftsman style designs combine energy efficiency with gracious open floor plans to create a high performance home with seamless operation. Generous use of wood, tile and stone make the homes as beautiful as they are efficient.
HOMEOWNER BENEFITS
- Reduced Utility Bills
- Healthier Indoor Air
- More Comfortable and Quiet Living Spaces
- Positive Cash Flow from Electricity Generation
- 5% Discount on Progress Energy’s Bill
- Renewable Energy Tax Credits
- Higher Resale Value
COMMUNITY BENEFITS
- Reduced Energy Consumption
- Green Power Generation for the Grid
- Reduced CO2 Output for a Healthier Planet
COMMUNITY INFORMATION
- Neighborhood Amenities: Walking Trail
- Restrictive Covenants
- Schools:
- Perry Harrison K-8
- Northwood High 9-12
- Woods Charter K-12
- Utilities:
- Progress Energy
- AT&T Fast Access DSL
- North Chatham Fire District
- Tax Rate: .6642 (2009)
- UNC Park & Ride Lot: < 5 Miles
- Shopping: < 5 Miles
SOLAR FEATURES
- Passive Solar Design
- Solar Hot Water System
- 2kWh Photovoltaic Array with Battery Back Up
The photovoltaic electric system on the roof, has an automated, integrated battery backup power system. During normal operation, this grid-tied PV system will produce pollution-free electricity that is fed into the grid, as this house is a pioneering example of "distributed generation." Excess electricity produced during the day will be bought by the local utility. Since this home will be a producer of clean, renewable energy, it is eligible for compensation from the NC Green Power Program as well. www.nc.greenpower.org When the grid fails, the computer-controlled PV system automatically switches over to backup power mode and the electricity generated by the rooftop panels is converted to AC current for consumption within the house. The crossover occurs in less than half a second. This system is capable of providing backup power for 5 – 7 days for the well, refrigerator, air handler for the gas furnace, bath lighting and venting, kids' bedroom lights, master bedroom lighting and receptacles, kitchen lighting, living room lighting and receptacles, and stairway and balcony lighting. Solar hot water panels are more integrated than ever before, and are capable of providing up to 100% of domestic hot water requirements. The heat exchanging medium is a glycol (anti-freeze) solution, so you never need to drain the system during cold weather.
