IAQ has become a critical concern for today's homeowners and home buyers. The "science" is pretty clear on what works and what control strategies are effective. In clear and simple terms, learn what a designer or builder can do to enhance IAQ performance beyond code-minimum construction.
Read MoreBuilding science considerations every stakeholder needs to understand. Do new tiered energy codes help OR hinder real emissions reduction? What are the next, real challenges on the horizon regarding climate change? Industry experts identify future trends, challenges and opportunities every home builder and renovator should be aware of.
Read MoreNew Energy Codes are about to change the typical new home residential HVAC equipment profile. Learn the key technologies that will play a role in every home AND the important unintended consequences of NOT using good building science/House As A System Thinking (HAAST) when designing and selecting solutions.
Read MoreBelieve it or not, ensuring homeowners are actually "comfortable" in a home is not part of the building code. As new home buyers continue to increase their expectations, every designer and builder needs to understand the science behind human comfort in the indoor environment. What are the simple parameters, tools or design references that can help? (ASHRAE 55). Learn some of the simple rules and guidelines that are available in our October webinar with Gord and Angela.
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