ACI Home Performance Conference 2008

SUST 8 - Climate Responsive Designs for Retrofit

Thursday, April 10, 2008 · 10:30 AM - 12:10 PM

The idea of climate responsive design has been somewhat of a counter culture in the US. However, with successful green building movements in commercial and now residential market sectors, climate responsive designs are gaining momentum. Can climate responsive design principles be applied to the existing housing stock retrofit market? What are some practical applications of climate responsive design on retrofit projects?

By attending this session, participants will

1. Understand the principles of climate responsive design

2. Find out practical ways to incorporate climate responsive design into retrofit projects

3. Learn about sustainable and green renovation strategies

Keyword(s): climate responsive design, green, home performance, indoor environmental quality, resource conservation, retrofits, solar, sustainability
Type: 100 Minute Session
Track: Green & Sustainable
CEU: American Institute of Architects (AIA) American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI) Building Performance Institute, Inc. (BPI) Residential Energy Services Network (RESNET) National Association of Certified Home Inspectors (NACHI) National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI)

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