Mobile homes house 22 million people in the U.S. and investing in them could be a solution to the housing and climate crises

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Newer models can also be a low-carbon solution as these prefabricated homes, which are built in large pieces for easy assembly, can include things like heat pumps and solar panels, in contrast to older models that relied on propane or natural gas. Older models can also be eligible for retrofits to make them more energy efficient and climate-friendly.

“They’re a pretty terrific solution,” said Rumbach. “Unfortunately, by law, in many places in the country [mobile homes] are not allowed to be placed anymore because there is such a cultural stigma.”

  • flatbield@beehaw.orgEnglish
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    1 year ago

    Frankly, the best climate solution is a multifamily dwelling with minimized external exposure and minimized grounds that actually require much special care. Large buildings you generally only need to cool and cycle fresh air, not heat. So any single family home is by definition resource intensive.