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Improving indoor air quality through kitchen ventilation

Indoor air quality (IAQ) is an important part of today’s Gas vs Electric appliance debate....

June 1, 2023

Does your new ADU need solar?

Accessory Dwelling Units according to the Energy Code – Does it require solar?...

May 3, 2023

Automating energy savings

Section 110.2 and the humble thermostat...

March 20, 2023

Preparing garages for EVs

How to comply with the EV-charging readiness requirements...

February 3, 2023

Navigating Insulation Requirements for Additions

Are you eligible for an exemption?...

December 7, 2022

Solar-ready Nonresidential Building Requirements

How to calculate the solar zone area...

August 5, 2022

The Basics of Kicking it Off Right!

How to finish projects with greater ease...

August 5, 2022

What is an Efficiency Kitchen?

Understanding Efficiency Kitchens for ADUs and Junior Units...

July 20, 2022

Nonresidential Fenestration Changes under 2022 Code

Phasing out the NA6 Formula...

February 3, 2022

New Multifamily Subchapters and Compliance

New for Multi-family Developments: Two Performance Values?...

February 3, 2022

ADUs and the New Energy Code

What type of ADU requires Energy Code compliance?...

January 3, 2022