LoginCommercial buildings in North America are generally inadequately constructed and are therefore quite leaky. Uncontrolled air leakage increases the heating and cooling energy consumption (up to 40 %).. The author demonstrates the importance of commissioning the air barrier system in the design and construction of buildings for them to be healthful, durable and energy efficient.
Commissioning the air barrier system
Year:
2005
Bibliographic info:
ASHRAE Journal, March 2005, pp 35-44