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Digital tools are vital, but sometimes in order to really understand a phenomena we have to get a bit closer.

Is there any such thing as a "perfect" energy code?

If you’ve ever designed an overhang to protect a window, you have been confronted with the question of how far should it extend

Design teams would be wise to provide natural ventilation strategies that can function with a variety of wind directions in order to provide effective passive cooling for the greatest amount of time.

In the new year, project teams committed to the 2030 Challenge are being asked to kick their performance goals up a notch.

I was recently discussing glazing properties with a mechanical engineer for an energy model of a corporate headquarters we are working on.

Sustainability in building design and construction is a critical process for LEED professionals and perforated materials can help them achieve their goals.

Spray-foam has a reputation of providing superior insulating qualities compared to fiberglass batt, mineral wool, cellulose, and other insulation alternatives.

LEED professionals continue to do a great job of helping projects meet LEED certification targets, but we should be trying to make them even better from the start.