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Goldman on Minisplits
Jordan Goldman is an experienced designer of minisplit heating and cooling systems
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Insulating a Metal Building
If you’re erecting a new steel-framed building, pay attention to air sealing and thermal bridging
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Insulating Rim Joists
Use rigid foam or spray foam, not fiberglass or mineral wool
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More Stringent Energy Codes Don’t Necessarily Save Energy
Although energy codes for commercial buildings have ramped up significantly, energy use for these buildings has barely changed
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Christmas Poems for 2019
The eleventh installment of an annual tradition
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Jacking Up Buildings in Fairbanks
In Alaska, the climate is changing, permafrost is melting, and buildings are tilting
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Still Fighting the Same Battles, 20 Years Later
Why are some residential building questions so hard to answer?
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Can We Build An Electricity Grid Based on 100% Renewable Energy?
I visit El Hierro to find out
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Insulating a Wood-Framed Floor Assembly
How to insulate a cold floor
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Solving Hot Water Piping Problems
To avoid long wait times for hot water, cluster your wet rooms