"Using SIPs for Net-Zero Energy Construction"

AIA/CEU Eligible webinar (1 HSW/SD/LU hour)

With the nation's increased push toward reducing energy demand from buildings and achieving energy independence, many design and building professionals are rethinking the essential ways of construction. Advanced building methods such as structural insulated panels (SIPs) provide a tighter building envelope than conventional building practices, and can help reduce heating and cooling demand up to 60% in commercial/institutional buildings and residences.

This webinar, recorded at the green building community, GreenExpo365.com, focuses on the research conducted on SIP's energy efficiency, and provides practical tips on adapting SIPs design and construction. Highlights include a discussion of ways to use SIPs to help support LEED rating points, achieve net-zero energy, and meet the "AIA 2030 Commitment" toward carbon neutrality.

"Using SIPs for Net-Zero Energy Construction" AIA/CEU eligible webinar, featuring Premier's Bryan Osborn, is now available on GreenExpo365.com (free registration required).

At the end of this program, participants should be able to:

• Understand and be able to apply the three key Green Building concepts to designs
• Use the Energy Use Pyramid as a guide to energy saving choices in their designs.
• Understand how to use design basics to create a high performance home in the design stages rather than an afterthought.
• Employ the concept of “program seeking” instead of “problem solving” to accommodate homeowner needs with less energy use.