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Over the years, the International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) has grown to provide different approaches of varying simplicity and flexibility to meet user needs.
Choosing the appropriate approach depends on the complexity and/or uniqueness of the building, and the amount of time and money available for demonstrating compliance.
A prescriptive packages approach lists the minimum R-value or maximum U-factor requirements for each buildi
For the building envelope, a prescriptive approach would list the minimum R-value or maximum U-factor requirements for each building component, such as windows, walls, and roofs.
This article is based on questions regarding Energy Codes asked during the May REScheck Webcast as well as questions received through email.
The state of Texas passed two pieces of landmark legislation in 2001 that will deliver substantial economic benefits to the state for years to come.
Uninsulated foundation, ductwork in unconditioned spaces, standard gas furnace and water heater, no ventilation system vs. Insulated foundation, ductwork in conditioned space, integrated hot water/spa...
International Performance Measurement and Verification Protocol: Concepts and Options for Determining Energy and Water (615 kb)The International Performance Measurement and Verification Protocol (MVP) provides an overview of current best practice techniques available for verifying results of energy efficiency, water efficienc...
Energy Benchmark for High Performance Buildings, Version 1.1Provides whole building, system, and component performance guidelines that, used as a whole, provide guaranteed performance improvement. This publication is the predecessor of Advanced Buildings Core ...
Contrasting the Capabilities of Building Energy Performance Simulation ProgramsFor the past 50 years, a wide variety of building energy simulation programs have been developed, enhanced, and are in use throughout the building energy community.