Insulation Building Codes: The Essential Guide to Seven Standards for Continuous Insulation
Building code compliance and standards compliance are imperative for achieving durable, stable, and energy-efficient buildings. Without these guidelines, buildings could face serious damage quickly, especially when tackling continuous insulation systems […]
Washington DC BEPS: What Building Owners and Architects Need to Know
To combat the inevitable changing climate, cities and states are taking the initiative to create their own plans for decreasing negative environmental impacts and promoting sustainable buildings. Washington, D.C.’s Building […]
Achieving Passive House Certification With Continuous Insulation
The Passive House project database has officially reached 6,000 projects and continues to grow as designers implement the Passive House standards into their buildings. Passive House is an organization dedicated […]
LEED v5 Energy Performance: Meeting New Certification Requirements
The United States Green Building Council (USGBC) has officially ratified the newest installment of the LEED certification program: LEED v5. This update has been approved for 3 categories, including Building […]
ASHRAE Standards: Enhance Building Efficiency with Advanced Systems
Improving a building’s envelope is one of the easiest ways to increase energy efficiency. Richard Watson, former chair of the ASHRAE 90.1 Committee, states, “A high-performing building envelope can significantly […]
Retrofitting to EnerPHit: Achieving Sustainable Buildings
Understanding the EnerPHit Certification for Retrofits Retrofitting existing buildings for sustainability and energy efficiency is becoming increasingly vital in the face of global climate challenges. EnerPHit certification, an offshoot of […]
ASHRAE 90.1-2022: Energy Standard Updates for Building Envelopes
ASHRAE 90.1 is a widely recognized energy standard for buildings and their systems. ASHRAE 90.1 – officially titled “Energy Standard for Buildings Except Low-Rise Residential Buildings” – establishes the minimum […]
10 Best Practices for Installing Energy-Efficient Windows: A Checklist for Designers and Installers
Best Practices for Installing Energy Efficient Windows: A Comprehensive Checklist Energy loss through windows can approach 60% of a building’s total energy loss, highlighting the critical importance of efficient window […]
Green Globes Certification: An Alternative to LEED
In the building industry, sustainability has become increasingly important, driven by a growing awareness of environmental impacts, economic considerations, and regulatory pressures. The built environment is responsible for nearly 40% […]