Glossary

Science of heat, moisture, and air in buildings.

Renewable materials like timber.

Structural Insulated Panel system.

Allows vapor out, blocks rain in.

Nearly Zero-Energy home as per EU norms.

pps or displays to manage building systems.

Designated space for washing and storage.

Thermal resistance below living areas.

Higher urban temperatures due to materials.

Measure of heat flow through a material; lower = better.