Pipe Insulation: The Unseen Superstar in Buildings
Every day, buildings lose energy through uninsulated or under-insulated piping systems. The result? Higher utility bills, greater carbon emissions, and reduced system performance. Fortunately, pipe insulation offers a simple solution with outsized advantages. Pipe insulation is used in nearly every…
5-Million HERS®-Rated Homes and Counting
Residential Energy Services Network (RESNET®) recently announced an important milestone achievement: more than 5 million HERS-rated homes. It’s a massive number that reflects the organization’s momentum and impact on the energy-efficient homebuilding industry, but more than that, it’s a sign…
New: Guide to Unvented Roofs for Conditioned Attics
Conditioned attics are becoming increasingly common in high-performance homes because they help improve comfort, energy efficiency, and HVAC performance. But building an unvented roof assembly correctly requires more than simply adding insulation at the roofline. Builders and contractors must understand…
Recycled Content Use Shows Commitment to Sustainability
The fiberglass and mineral wool insulation industry’s commitment to sustainability continues to grow. The latest recycling data from NAIMA’s annual survey of its members’ use of recycled content highlights just how significant that impact has become.
Three Stories Remind Us Why Energy Efficiency Still Matters
Energy efficiency rarely grabs headlines, but three recent stories show why it should. At a time of rising energy costs, grid strain, geopolitical instability, and growing concern about public health, energy efficiency continues to deliver some of society’s biggest returns:…
