Considering GWP and Flammability in New Refrigerants
The new EPA refrigerant phase-out arrived January 1st of this year but we’re just now seeing questions, concerns and preferences from homeowners and designers.
Different Climate Zones for Different Standards
When designing a building, two of the earliest variables that need to be considered are Climate and Siting, since they dictate materials, assemblies, systems, and layout. The California Energy Code addresses the climate of a project’s location by establishing different code minimum or maximum requirements based on the project’s Climate Zone.
How to Complete a Prescriptive CF1R Form for a Window Replacement
This guide will walk you through the process of completing a Prescriptive CF1R form for a window replacement project. If you’re on the staff side of the building department counter, the following steps may help your customers accurately complete this potentially daunting form.
Check those HERS Requirements for Kitchen Exhaust
It has been two years since the 2022 cycle of the California Energy Code went into effect on January 1, 2023, bringing in new energy efficiency requirements and several measures specifically addressing indoor air quality.
