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Posts about Building Science (11)
How Much Does a Heat Pump Save Vs. Portable Electric Heaters?
You may be surprised how dramatically a heat pump can reduce your winter electric bill when...
Electrification On the Rise in the Southwest U.S.
New opportunities promote electrifying space heating and water heating in multifamily properties....
Cost-Effective Solutions for Residential Electrification
In this webinar, building science consultant Steve Easley explores how to create energy efficient,...
Housing Breakthrough: Next is Now
KB Home is transforming the housing market with net zero, all-electric, attainably priced...
Beyond Net Zero Lies the Great Frontier of Smart Energy
Let’s assume you’ve done everything right and built a better-than-zero home. Adding the right smart...
Affordable Smart Tech Helps Home Builders Ride the Green Wave
Electric vehicles, heat pumps, smart tech and smart panels can work together to smooth the...
Energy-Efficient Cooling Panels Leverage PEX Hydronic Piping
With energy savings of up to 1,000 kilowatt hours per panel per year, these panels offer a solution...
Solving the Sound and Odor Problem with Townhouse Walls
A new two-hour firewall assembly using cellulose insulation solves several of the pervasive...
All-Electric Home, All-Time High
Homeowners are ready to switch to all-electric heating, cooking, and driving. This new ebook, The...
The Risks of Building Net Zero Energy Homes
High-performance enclosures can pose higher risks to builders. Here’s how to assess and mitigate...
Can We Adapt to Climate Change Instead of Migrating?
A decision point approaches if climate trends continue their chaotic rampage. I’ve been keeping a...
Plumbing for the Future
Building a high-performance house? Consider this piping layout that capitalizes on the flexibility...
