Articles Tagged with ''net zero''

School to Become Largest Net-Zero Energy Building in Southeastern United States

October 12, 2015

The engineering and architecture design of the new Darla Moore School of Business building offers flexibility in teaching and learning styles, and was designed for both community and the planet.

Performance of a typical 2-ton air-source heat pump (ASHP) during the heating season.

Gauging the Seasonal Efficiency of Air-Source Heat Pumps

Daniel Overbey

February 23, 2015

Recently, I was working on an energy model for a prospective net-zero energy housing prototype.

Built for a Thousand Years

One woman designed the Casa Bella Verde home in Northern California, and visitors from as far as Egypt visit the site for architectural inspiration.

John Wyatt

February 10, 2015

Casa Bella Verde is a home as durable and self-sufficient as the environment around it.

Net-Zero Energy Home Marries Style with Sustainability

Energy-efficient materials for roofing and walls don’t have to lack flair and local flavor.

January 27, 2015

Constructing its first ever net-zero energy house was not without challenges for Marc Rutenberg Homes, as the Florida-based luxury builder was intent on using sustainable materials that could garner the project a LEED Platinum certification and yet also remain true to the elegant Mediterranean aesthetic for which the company is known.

Kingspan Wins Green Product Award

January 15, 2015

Kingspan was honored with the 2014 Green Product Award at the 34th annual Volusia Manufacturers Association (VMA) awards.

Net-Zero Energy Military Installation Achieves Mission Impossible

December 8, 2014

Through private financing – the hot trend, and nearly only route, for implementing energy conservation measures – reducing energy spend and shrinking the environmental footprint of federal real estate in the wake of dwindling budgets, three USGC sites in Puerto Rico are proving net-zero status is possible for military facilities.

Solar Challenge: Innovation Makes Unique Solar Panel Installation Possible

July 11, 2014

As part of a major renovation seeking net-zero energy LEED certification, DPR Construction of San Francisco wanted to install solar panels on its roof.

California Energy Code Regulation Spurs New Roofing Trends

Kayla Kratz

May 6, 2014

New changes in the state's energy code will affect residential builders and developers.

Technical Details: Why You Need to Know About Net Zero Energy Construction

John D'Annunzio

March 12, 2014

Energy efficiency and sustainability have advanced in United States construction in the past two decades.

First Net-Zero Public Safety Building in U.S.

Kevin B. Miller

January 23, 2014

The net-zero Public Safety Building in Salt Lake City is home to the fire and police departments, and functions as the nerve center for addressing all city-wide emergencies.

Credits: 1 AIA LU/HSW ; 1 IIBEC CEH; 0.1 IACET CEU

On-Demand Designing a high-performance building enclosure requires more than just surface-level protection; it demands a rigorous, performance-based mastery of below-grade water and gas mitigation. This discussion will provide an expert-level analysis of below-grade waterproofing within the comprehensive framework of the high-performance building enclosure.

Credit: 1 AIA LU/HSW; 1 IIBEC CEH; 0.1 ICC CEU

On-Demand This course provides visual examples of actual field conditions. Some good, some not so good; along with design suggestions that can cut installation costs and reduce construction change orders. Upon completion of this course, you will have a better understanding of the requirements the roofing contractor must meet to provide the specified roofing system warranty, and long-term value to the owner.