Zero Energy Ready Homes, Passive House and newly released Rhode Island stretch codes
Residential Zero Energy Homes (ZEH) & Stretch Codes - We will explore basic design considerations required to achieve low-load homes. The presentation will also identify construction techniques and best practices that are critical to achieve high-performance buildings and provide an understanding of the certification process and the role of consultants, standards, and verification. Finally, the provisions of the newly introduced voluntary Rhode Island Residential Stretch Code will be summarized.