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John Straube, Ph.D., P.Eng., is an Associate Professor in the Faculty of Engineering at the University of Waterloo, where he is cross-appointed between the School of Architecture and the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering. He is the author or co-author of over 100 published technical papers, author of the book High Performance Enclosures and co-author, with Eric Burnett, of Building Science for Building Enclosures.
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Spring is a time of renewal: baby birds, tulips, and… building envelope condition assessments? After months of snow loads, wind-driven rain, ice dams, and freeze-thaw cycles, our buildings in northern climates need some TLC. The spring months offer a window of opportunity to inspect and address roof, wall, window, and foundation issues before they escalate. Early detection and repair can extend the lifespan of building components, enhance energy efficiency, and maintain occupant comfort and safety.
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When it comes to moisture control, what you don’t know can definitely hurt you—and your building. In a time of evolving building codes and increasingly complex facade systems, moisture management demands a sophisticated integration of building science and design.
This presentation reveals essential strategies for creating resilient exterior wall assemblies by understanding the four barriers—water, vapor, air, and thermal—within the context of 21st century building demands.
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Atlanta’s Commercial Building Energy Efficiency Ordinance, established in 2015, requires large commercial buildings to track and report their energy consumption.
In this post by CopelandBEC consultants Carmen Prantil and Arjun Bir, you’ll learn all about this important Atlanta ordinance.
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As a building standard with a reputation for being ambitious and technically-demanding, pursuing Passive House compliance can be a daunting task for even the most experienced of architects.
In this post by Gert Guldentops and Autumn Dean, we see that while the design and construction process is certainly challenging compared to code minimum buildings, the barriers to entry have never been as low as today given available technical and financial resources.
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