Friedman, A and Cammalleri, V (1996) The impact of R-2000 building technology on Canadian housing. Building Research & Information, 24(1), pp. 5-13. ISSN 0961-3218
Abstract
The impact of implementing the r-2000 principles is evaluated in the context of narrow-front housing in Canada. Various methods of improving the energy efficiency of foundations, walls and roofs are examined, including wall assemblies that can reduce conductive heat loss (from 25% to 65%), air leakage, thermal bridging and sound transmission. The advantages of a narrow-fronted terrace house with relatively small exposed wall area are outlined.
| Item Type: | Article |
|---|---|
| Uncontrolled Keywords: | Canada; energy efficient housing; heat flow; insulation |
| Index terms: | Canada, energy efficiency, insulation, housing, terrace house, building technology, foundations, roof |
| Subjects: | engineering systems, structural engineering, sustainability and energy, construction type, Geography, design practice, building materials |
| Topics: | Engineering Principles, Sustainability, Geographical Context, Design Practice, Construction Technology |
| Descriptive scope: | 2 PC |
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