The model energy codes, in their various forms, have been at the forefront of the discussion regarding building design in recent years. These codes include the International Energy Conservation Code ...

The industry has made significant strides in increasing home efficiency, particularly by making the building envelope tighter.

Sustainability and energy efficiency now shape decisions across the built environment. Rising energy costs, climate pressures ...

Thermal bridges represent discontinuities in the insulation layer of building envelopes, where conductive materials enable an increased rate of heat transfer between the interior and exterior ...

Join our experts for an information-filled webcast, "Moisture Protection and the Building Envelope." This AIA/CES-approved education program will help you address mold problems, water intrusion, and ...

Individual energy-saving habits help, but buildings consume far more energy. Here’s what really drives efficiency.

Data centers are among the most energy-intensive and operationally sensitive building types. This course equips architects and building envelope consultants with the knowledge to design resilient, ...

High-performance building envelopes are rewriting the playbook for HVAC contractors — as buildings are getting more airtight and insulation more robust, loads drop and demand curves flatten, meaning ...

Wall facade systems are vital in improving the energy efficiency of a building, integrating creative design and performance ...

Airtight and super-insulated, a passive house uses around 90% less energy. When the Canadian engineer Harold Orr and his colleagues began designing an ultra-efficient home in Saskatchewan in the late ...