Musings of an Energy Nerd

Get insights on the most important considerations related to high-performance residential construction from GreenBuildingAdvisor.com senior editor and seasoned energy-efficiency expert Martin Holladay.

A Rural Electric House That Works
A tight building envelope and plenty of insulation mean low energy bills, even for a Minnesota home with electric heat.
Blower-Door Test Record
Q: I had a blower-door test performed on my house to satisfy code requirements. The result was 0.11 ACH50. I was expecting the house to be tight, but not necessarily…
The Evolution of Efficiency: Net Zero as the New Normal
Experimentation and learning have led one builder to integrate energy-smart techniques into everyday construction.
Can Liquid Flashing Replace Tape?
Residential builders are beginning to experiment with fluid flashing products developed for commercial jobs.
Open-Cell vs. Closed-Cell Foam Insulation
Learn in which applications it's best to go with closed-cell insulation.

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