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Architect buys Greek island home for $37K and upgrades it with ultra-efficient tech: 'It does a better job'

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Architect George Kontaroudis has designed a groundbreaking home in Greece that sets a new standard for energy efficiency and climate resilience.

It's reportedly the first certified passive house in the region.

Passive houses reduce demand on the electrical grid, cut pollution, and decrease reliance on dirty energy.

For homeowners, passive homes translate into thousands of dollars in long-term savings.

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