by Sarah Spoelstra | Nov 19, 2024 | News, Testing Updates, Thermal Mass Performance
As many of you know, log and timber homes present unique challenges, especially regarding energy efficiency. Energy codes being drafted now are tailored for conventional home-building techniques and don’t consider the thermal mass properties of wood—leaving log and...
by Sarah Spoelstra | Jun 28, 2024 | Conferences, News, Thermal Mass Performance
Wood and timber industry leaders and researchers gathered in Knoxville, Tennessee, from June 4 to 6 for the Forest Products Society Conference. Below are the highlights from changing building codes and standards and the role of research and collaboration to preparing...
by Sarah Spoelstra | May 27, 2024 | News, Conferences
The 2024 International Log Builder’s Association Conference took place April 26 – April 28 in Montebello, Quebec, Canada, and marked its 50th anniversary. The ILBA conference attracted log and timber building science professionals from across the globe to celebrate...
by Sarah Spoelstra | Apr 19, 2024 | Passive House Design, Thermal Mass Performance
Passive solar building design uses the sun’s energy to heat and cool buildings without an active mechanical system. Incorporating these building strategies into your home’s design can help you save on energy costs, create a more sustainable structure, and keep you...
by Sarah Spoelstra | Mar 13, 2024 | News, Thermal Mass Performance, Uncategorized
Join us at the 2024 Forest Products Society International Conference The FPS 2024 IC is dedicated to encouraging and facilitating the development and application of technical knowledge that will enable its attendees to derive maximum benefit from renewable wood-based...
