Additional Property Notes: This “Green House' is located in Torrington Connecticut and features numerous energy efficient products. Many of the products are Energy Star including the washer, dishwasher, and refrigerator which use less electricity and water. The Energy Star light fixtures use less energy than conventional incandescent lighting.

The south side has loads of glass to provide solar energy and to help reduce energy costs. The attic features R-49 insulation as opposed to R-30 to greatly reduce energy costs.

The foyer, dining room, and flex room, which can be used as an optional fifth bedroom, all have bamboo flooring which is a renewable resource that grows back quickly. The bamboo floor runs right up to the corkboard floor in the kitchen and nook. The island in the kitchen is made of a Lyptus tree which grows back after being cut down. The kitchen opens up to a living room that is divided by a half wall. The living room features carpet made from recycled plastic soda bottles. Off the foyer on the first floor is a full bath which has Avonite countertops and Rubberwood cabinets made from a rubber tree.

Every bathroom in the “Green House” features recycled hardware and a dual flush toilet to save water. The luxurious master bath features his and hers vanities with gorgeous Ice Stone countertops made from recycled glass and the floor is tile made from 40% recycled materials. All of the faucets feature a water-saving aerator, which reduces flow by 30%. The water is heated by an energy efficient tankless water heater.

The rooms are equipped with occupancy sensors which save electricity by automatically turning off the lights when the rooms are unoccupied. The Tubular skylight reduces the need for artificial light by providing natural light. There is a whole house fan with insulated louvers which helps reduce energy needed for cooling by taking advantage of cooling from outside air. The kitchen features a built-in double wastebasket that provides a separate container for recyclables and a vented range hood that removes moisture, odors, and combustion by products.

The house also features low VOC paint that reduces the amount of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) released to the outdoors and reduces the formation of ground-level ozone.

Property Location: 96 Tognalli Drive, Torrington, CT 06790

Property Details, Features, and Characteristics: Residential, Colonial, Built in 2008, 2,555 Sq. Ft. of Living Space, 4 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms, MLS # G492296, Offered at $396,900.