The Secret Enemy of Your Home’s Energy Efficiency: Thermal Expansion
If you’ve ever felt a mysterious draft on a -20°C night, you’ve witnessed thermal expansion in action. While most homeowners focus on the glass, the real battle is happening where the glass meets the frame. Why Vinyl Fails the “Winter Stress Test” Most windows in North America are made of Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC), […]
Understanding the Difference between LEED, Net Zero, and Passive House
Energy efficient construction is a very broad term that can be split into many different terminologies, each with a unique meaning. Important terms include LEED, Net Zero, Passivhaus, green building, and more. The various movements and trends that have revolutionized contemporary standards of living are characterized by different properties and objectives. This article will discuss […]
CaGBC Award Winning Project–Beechwood, Toronto
Read about this amazing energy efficient renovation that was done in Toronto, Canada and won an annual Canadian Green Building Council award for innovation in the sustainability category.