Cambridge, MA – Ekotrope, a world-leading developer of software for analyzing and designing energy-efficient buildings, has been selected by actor and environmentalist, Ed Begley Jr., to analyze and maximize the energy efficiency and cost effectiveness of the ground-up construction of his new sustainable home in California.
Ed Begley Jr., famous for hundreds of appearances in films, television shows and stage productions, and his wife, Rachelle, have selected Ekotrope software to make informed building and component decisions based on their energy efficiency and budget goals working with architect, William Hefner.
Hefner, the Begley’s and Ekotrope consultants have reviewed cost versus benefit analysis for all building components including: lighting; solar panels; insulations; windows; roofing; and more.
Ekotrope’s software suite, using advanced algorithmic technology, allows users to analyze energy-efficient and cost-productive building material configurations by comparing entire systems alongside single components. The result is that architects, developers, builders and individual consumers are able to determine an ideal, customized building plan that saves energy, lowers operating costs, and provides a rapid return on investment.