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Codes and Standards for Energy Conservation

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Abstract
Concerns with global warming and energy consumption mean design/construction professionals need a better understanding of how these topics affect commercial buildings. This article presents an overview of the effects U.S. model building and energy codes along with industry standards have on low-slope roofs (assembled with insulation above the roof deck) and exterior masonry walls.
Date
3/2017
Author(s)
Anthony Katona
Page(s)
30-38
Keyword(s)
code; energy; ASHRAE; climate; zone


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