Zone valves
Controls for floor heating circuits.
Zero waste goal
Minimal leftover during construction.
Zinc cladding
Durable alternative to aluminum or wood.
Zoning (HVAC)
Room-specific temperature control.
Zero-carbon building
No net CO₂ emissions from use/construction.
K-value
Thermal conductivity of building materials.
Kickplate sealing
Floor-wall moisture barrier detail.
Key performance indicator (KPI)
Metrics to assess goals.
Kilowatt-hour (kWh)
Standard unit of energy measurement.
Kerto beam
Strong laminated wood beam.