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Green RemodelingandHome Performance Improvements
Presented byTony GrahameCo-presented byRich PetersonMarch 21, 2009CAZREN Workshop
Credentials
•Program Director,Yavapai CollegeResidential Building Technology Program•Certified Master Builder(Energy & Environmental Building Association)•National Trainer for “Houses that Work”(Energy &Environmental Building Association)•AZ Registered Contractor
–Global Building Technology LLC(Home Performance and Green Building Consulting)
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Presentation Outline
•Building Science Fundamentals•What are the Green Building Criteria to Followin a Remodel?•Green Building Criteria Applied to
–Kitchen Remodel –Bath Remodel –Room Addition
•Green Remodeling Discounts: An Overview of Available Rebates and Tax Incentives
Building Science = Green Building
What is Building Science?
The science of making buildings that work
What are Green Buildings?
Buildings that work…well
SafeComfortableHealthyAffordableResourceEfficientDurableEnergyDurabilityMaterialsEnvironment
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Fundamentals of Building Performance
What is our goal? –Create an enclosure that separates theindoors from the outdoors. –Construct the “house as a system”
•Thoughtful design and building techniques•Minimize energy consumption•Contribute to the safety and health of its occupants,and the environment.
–Thermal Control (surface radiant temperature) –Moisture Control (vapor and water mgmt) –Air Flow Control (pressure differentials) –Climate Zone (Hot-Dry/Mixed-Dry) –Ultraviolet Radiation / Lighting / Daylighting –Acoustics (noise control)
Building Science Fundamentals that AffectPerformance
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