This webinar goes along with our brand new Handling Humidity series of reports.
Moisture in buildings must be properly managed for our health and well being. Too little moisture creates discomfort while too much can result in mold and associated environmental illnesses. We concentrate on how much moisture must managed in a home due to climatic, construction, occupancy and ventilation variations. We discuss different methods for dehumidifying and humidifying air, and methods for determining humidity level of indoor air. The moisture and energy benefits of “smart” ventilation over constant flow ventilation (ASHRAE 62.2-2016 table) are discussed. Finally, we examine annual energy performance of a humidity managed home.
Continuing Education Units (CEUS) 1 hour in
LEED Accredited Professional - HOMES & GA
Certified Passive House Consultant - CPHC
Building Performance Institute (BPI) NonWholeHouse
American Institute of Architects - AIA (HSW)
Certified Green Professional (NARI & CGP)
Certified GreenHome Professional (CGHP)
AIBD
State Architect / Builder License may be applicable
Lessons Learned
1) Understand human generated and human activity addition of moisture to a home
2) Learn basics of infiltration and ventilation transport of moisture into and out of a home as it relates to LEED V4 BD+C Homes EQ Enhanced Ventilation
3) Discuss climatic trends based on geographic location and time-of-year as it relates to LEED V4 BD+C Homes EQ Enhanced Ventilation
4) Learn simple method for calculation moisture balance in a home and overall energy impact of moisture in home performance as it relates to LEED V4 BD+C Homes EQ Balancing of Heating and Cooling Distribution Systems
