efficient insulation

Expert Tips for a High Performance, Energy Efficient Home [Podcast]

Listen in as Kellye Markowski from Energy Smart Homes offers advice for homeowners/residents to reduce their energy and costs and know the best course of action for their house. She says people take a stab at doing the right thing for their home or property, yet they typically do the wrong thing or do the steps out of order.

6 Top Renovations to Make Your Home More Energy Efficient

by Nikki Fotheringham, author specializing in environmentally-friendly building technologies,...

Windows 102 – What Makes a Window Energy-Efficient

Today we’ll learn about the energy efficiency of windows. A window’s energy efficiency is dependent upon all of its components—the window frame, the glazing and the coatings. We’ll talk specifically about each of those components, including the different materials for the frames, double and triple glazed windows and low-E windows.

The Complete Guide to Eco-Friendly Insulation

Insulation is designed to reduce energy costs, so in that sense, any insulation could technically be considered green. But the manufacturing process, materials, and toxicity are other highly important factors to consider.

Fox Blocks Energy-Efficient Insulated Concrete Forms

Energy- and cost-efficient insulation for green building Fox Blocks Insulating Concrete Form Wall...

Solar Activated Facade High Performance Insulation System

Solar Activated Facade (SAF) is a unique, innovative cladding system comprised of glass and wood that captures passive solar energy (heat) to reverse the energy gradient in walls. This capture effectively reduces the need for insulation as well as heating and cooling inputs.