Did you know that globally, buildings offer more energy saving potential than industry or transportation? (WEF 2024) This Earth Month, Southface Institute Technical Principal Mike Barcik is sharing his top 10 videos with some fascinating building science fundamentals.
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EPA ENERGY STAR and Tax Credits – ENERGY STAR
Learn how the federal tax credits for energy efficient products can help you upgrade your home for maximum energy savings and greater comfort.
Guides on selecting ENERGY STAR heat pump water heaters – Matt Risinger
Matt talks about new ENERGY STAR certified products from high end brand names such as LG, SANCO2, American Standard Water Heaters, Bradford White, & More!
Make-up Air for Ranges and Hoods – Matt Risinger
Some kitchen range hoods can be 600-1200 CFM of exhaust but tight houses can’t infiltrate enough air to exhaust that volume of air. The solution is seen in restaurants — called a make up air system.
French Drains — Practical Engineering
Cooling Tower Design — Practical Engineering
Impact of Truss Clips – Stewart Hicks
This video explores the history and impact of the gang-nail plate, a simple yet revolutionary invention that transformed residential construction and accelerated suburban growth.
Shipping Container to Surfboard Repair Shop Transformation – The Building Zone
In this video, The Building Zone showcases the entire process, from the initial design and planning stages to the final reveal of a surfboard repair station out of a shipping container.
Insulating Attic Knee Walls The RIGHT Way – ASIRI Designs
ASIRI Design discusses different strategies for insulating and air sealing attic knee walls in both vented and unvented roof assemblies, and whether the knee wall should be insulated at all.