High performance, net zero, and off the grid are all terms many have heard of and will hear more of in the future as the country works to reduce carbon emissions. All-electric homes greatly reduce carbon emissions in comparison to homes using other fuel sources. This course will: * Cover the idea of constructing buildings […]
Learn the benefits of water heating technologies, for example: * Greenhouse gas (GHG) emission reductions from the building sector by displacing natural gas and propane combustion water heating. * Increase in electrical efficiency by replacing electric resistance water heaters. * Utility bill savings with technology efficiencies and shifting consumption to times when renewable energy resources are abundant and electricity […]
Homes are being built tighter and tighter with each passing energy code cycle, which in turn necessitates mechanical ventilation be installed into the homes to decrease air born pollutants and moisture concerns. Optimizing whole house mechanical ventilation is essential. Learn about and be able to identify the code requirements for ventilation and describe the four primary […]