What buy a “green” property? From Forbes.com: “Because, good design can save both the environment and money. The U.S. Department of Energy says that conventional buildings in the U.S eat up 71% of the country’s electricity output and are responsible for 38% of the U.S.’ carbon dioxide emissions, equal to the combined total emissions of Japan, France and the U.K. The savings can be substantial. A study prepared for the Massachusetts Technology council found that buildings credited with “LEED” status (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design)–a designation given by the U.S. Green Building Council based on how well a green building reduces its energy use and environmental impact–use on average 25% to 30% less energy than conventional buildings and cost, on average, only 2% more to build. Most of the buildings on this list reduce energy consumption by far more, in some cases 80%. And they do this, Siegel notes, without sacrificing an aesthetic appeal; they are, in short, pretty cool looking buildings.”
“Green” properties currently available:
2962 Broken Sherd Trail
The Emerald Home. Santa Fe’s award-winning Zero Energy Green Jewel. High performance, luxury custom home able to produce all its own energy today. Breathtaking views, first class amenities. 3BD/5BA. $2,500,000 #804468 Learn More
Maxine Swisa 505.570.0550 maxine@maxineswisa.com
Central Station
You can’t touch this in Santa Fe: beautiful new construction, contemporary/rustic or traditional finishes, zen like garden setting, great location 30 minutes to Taos Ski Valley. Built with green materials, low environmental impact. $155,600-$290,000 Learn More
Roy Hughes 505.470.5635 royhughes3@hotmail.com
1170A Camino San Acacio
Just off Canyon Road, 2170sf, high-end finishes. Rastra is an energy efficient, insulating concrete made with 85% recycled expanded polystyrene & 15% cement. $799,000 #902381 Learn More
Lisa Bybee 505.577.6287 lmbyb@yahoo.com
Vee Bybee 505.577.6499 veebyb@aol.com
Southern Crescent
Southern Crescent conservation neighborhood includes 22 home sites that embrace anorchard and community garden, and offer immediate access to miles of private and public hiking, biking, and equestrian trails.
$175,000-$379,500 Learn More
Susan Munroe 505.577.5630 susanmunroe@sfrp.com
Terry Smith 505.577.0648 terrysmith@sfrp.com
2 Windridge Circle
2.5 acres in Las Campanas. 4,864 sf, 4BD/5BA. Adobe/Rastra construction, thermally insulated windows with passive solar gain, water catchment system. $1,850,000 #906505 Learn More
Marc Nussbaumer 505.310.0253 nussbaumer@sfrp.com
2 Koshari
Straw bale 12″ exterior walls, Southern solar passive exposure, super low winter utility bills, radiant heat, good cross breeze with evaporative & refrigerating A/C. Water catchments with drip irrigation. On 3 acres…gotta love it!
$825,000 #201000092 Learn More
Carol Hamilton 505.660.3507 cdivinedesign@aol.com
142 Sunflower
Thick framed blown-in insulated exterior walls & ceiling. Exterior foil foam thermal break barrier, re-circulating hot water on demand, rainwater capture, natural light throughout, insulated slab foundation, radiant heat.
$865,000 #905898 Learn More
Carol Hamilton 505.660.3507 cdivinedesign@aol.com
La Pradera
Residents of La Pradera enjoy remarkable lifestyle opportunities. Half the land is reserved as open space, parks and trails. There is a sand volleyball court, a Frisbee golf course, a children’s sandbox, and an orchard. The community is committed to living in a way that treads lightly on the planet. Besides outdoor and athletic pursuits, residents have easy access to continuing education, fitness, and the arts at the nearby Santa Fe Community College and Institute of American Indian Arts. All lots offer easy building sites and sensible covenants.
67 Bosquecillo, Lot 47 $119,000 #905698 Learn More
56 La Pradera, Lot 28 $124,000 #905703 Learn More
46 La Pradera, Lot 21 $133,500 #906577 Learn More
60 La Pradera, Lot 31 $135,000 #906580 Learn More
63 Bosquecillo, Lot 45 $139,000 #905696 Learn More
Bob Chernock 505.470.3225 bc@sfrp.com
JC Linson 505.690.7333 jc@sfrp.com
933C Alto Street
This new, soothing, spa-like home has 3 BR, 2.5 BA with a 2-car garage. Walk to the Plaza or the Railyard and enjoy spectacular Mountain Views. Plaster walls, travertine floors. Owner/Broker $499,900 #901693 Learn More
Dina Major 505.920.7060 dina@sfrp.com
875 Ojo De La Vaca
solar powered adobe home on 18.99 gorgeous acres. 3 BR, 2 BA, plus guest house/studio. Terraced organic gardens, expansive views, beamed ceilings, brick and tile floors, 2 FP. $685,000 #902725 Learn More
Jeff Welch 505.577.7001 jeffwelch@sfrp.com, Jack Welch 505.780.0994 jackwelch@sfrp.com
Featured on the cover of the Winter 2010 Issue of Su Casa magazine, the Emerald Home 
Santa Fe’s net zero energy green jewel. High performance, luxury custom home able to produce all its own energy today. Features breathtaking views, first class amenities, exceptional finishes, a sumptuous master suite, media room and office/study.
As many of you know, I have been a partner in a highly ambitious and very challenging green project, building a net zero energy home, The Emerald Home, in the Monte Sereno subdivision of Santa Fe. This home is the pilot for Santa Fe’s newly developed green building code and is expected to receive the highest designation of “Emerald” in all six categories. The six categories are: 1. Project Plan and Site Development; 2. Resource Efficiency; 3. Energy Efficiency; 4. Water Efficiency; 5. Indoor Environmental Quality; and 6. Homeowner Education.