E – 1730 Zero Energy Buildings

The concept of zero energy building likely includes significantly more considerations than the average reader might imagine.  This course explores many of the facets of zero energy buildings of particular interest to contractors, engineers and architects, ranging from the definitions that may apply to presenting a unified analysis approach for energy in and energy out as well as design considerations, computer analysis, economic analysis, applicable codes, indoor air quality improvement and the effects on the utility industry.  For the reader interested in further pursuit of the concept, a multitude of additional references are listed in the cited references.