Mechanical or Active Systems have become even more efficient with the addition of new technologies being applied to basic principals.

Heat Exchanger

Provides counter-flow heat exchange between the inbound and outbound air flow.  This provides fresh air and improved climate control, while also saving energy by reducing heating and cooling requirements

Geothermal

Geothermal homes use heat pumps to take advantage of the constant temperature of geothermal wells under the ground.  The heat pump can cool a house in the summer and warm it during the winter. Heat pumps have a fluid inside, which could be water or a refrigerant. When it is cold outside, the fluid absorbs earth's heat and brings it inside to warm the air. In the summertime, the heat exchange works in reverse, cooling the house. 

Radiant Floor Heating & Cooling

Radiant Floor Heating & Cooling easily merges with geothermal systems.  There are many methods of installation including sub-floor sheathing designed, above sub-floor sheathing, thick set, and below sub-floor.