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Insulating Conrete Masonry Walls

INTRODUCTION The variety of concrete masonry wall constructions provides fora number of insulating strategies, including: interior insulation,insulated cavities, insulation inserts,…

Earth-Sheltered Buildings

INTRODUCTION Earth-sheltering refers to using earth as part of a building’s thermal control system Earth-sheltered buildings can be either built…

Passive Solar Design

INTRODUCTION Passive solar design involves utilizing a building’s basic elements walls, windows and floors—to produce a comfortable environment with less…