A LIVING LABORATORY AT BABCOCK RANCH To explore how homeowners will live in the not-so-distant future, PulteGroup built model homes on “Innovation Way” within Babcock Ranch, America’s first and largest solar-powered town near Fort Myers, Fla. While not yet for sale, these living laboratories are testing newly available and prototype advancements in sustainable new home technology. This includes integration with the all-electric Ford® F-150 Lightning™ to create backup power and energy management solutions. When plugged into the home’s charging station, a fully charged F-150 Lightning can provide emergency power for up to three days, or as long as 10 days when used in conjunction with rationing or solar power. The model homes also include the following features: • Wi-Fi enabled lighting, load centers, thermostats, and kitchen appliances that make it easy for homeowners to control their homes from their phone or their voice. • Moen® Flo Smart Water Security System to monitor and prevent leaks with whole home eco-friendly water filtration. • Broan® Ventilation System providing fresh air circulation that protects against bacteria, mold, and fungi growth with a series of wall plugs and sensors that identify pollutants and automatically engages ventilation.
• Rinnai® recirculating tankless water heater with Smart-Circ™ that provides faster hot water. • High Efficiency Low E impact windows and spray foam ceiling insulation to improve performance and comfort. • Foam Block with Six-Inch Poured Solid Concrete Exterior Wall System and R-22 performance. • Back up battery system provided by Florida Power & Light (FPL) to increase energy resiliency and monitor usage. • Permeable drive and walkway pavers that allow water to percolate back into the ground instead of via storm water system.
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