CALGARY, AB (November 7, 2011) – Landmark Homes (Calgary) Inc., a member of Landmark Group of Builders, announced today in collaboration with Brookfield Residential Properties the development of the first Net Zero energy, production-oriented residential sub-division in Alberta.

The initiative will see the construction of a full Net Zero showhome generating clean energy from its solar photo voltaic (PV) panels. Landmark is offering solar ready, extremely energy efficient move-up homes on 27 exclusive lots in the community of Cranston, located in southeast Calgary. Homeowners will have the option to upgrade from solar ready to full Net Zero. The sustainable Net Zero homes will produce as much energy as they consume on an annual basis. The showhome is estimated to produce over 8,500 kWh of electricity annually that will offset approximately seven tonnes of greenhouse gas emissions.

All 27 homes will be capable of generating electricity through solar PV panels which will allow homeowners to produce as much electricity as they consume annually. All homes will achieve Built Green Platinum status, one of the highest recognized green building ratings.

“We’re proud to be the first home builder to embrace this sustainable building process and mainstream the concept on a large scale,” said Sam Attia, President, Landmark Homes (Calgary) Inc. “As a sustainable home builder, this project marks our commitment to reduce the end consumers environmental footprint.”

These unique environmentally friendly and energy efficient homes are attainable to the average homeowner with no change to design aesthetics, lifestyle and comfort. They are specifically designed for suburban living while keeping a sustainable way of life top of mind. The homeowner can find value in the net zero upgrade with the significant reduction in overall utility costs and resultant greenhouse gas emissions.

The project is expected to break ground before the end of this year.

About Landmark Homes and the Landmark Group of Builders

Operating in the Calgary area since 1996, Landmark Homes (Calgary) Inc. is a member of the Landmark Group of Builders. Founded in 1977, the Landmark Group of Builders is a residential construction company serving the Calgary, Edmonton and Red Deer regions. It is a multi-divisional organization that provides high quality housing solutions to all segments of the new home market. Its vision is to be a major North American housing solutions provider recognized for sustainability and for leading a revolution in how homes are built.

In Calgary, Landmark Homes is a multiple SAM (Sales and Marketing) Award winner for home design. It has built more than 1,300 homes in the Calgary region since 2000. It is currently operating in seven communities in the Calgary, Chestermere, Cochrane and High River areas and has previous built in Airdrie and Okotoks.

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