Cost-Effective, Energy-Efficient Masonry Design

If you’re committed to advancing sustainable construction methods while maintaining economic feasibility, join Dr. W. Mark McGinley as he provides valuable information on integrating advanced masonry techniques with sustainable design principles. Dr. McGinley will discuss how to optimize the thermal performance of masonry walls, reduce construction costs and meet stringent energy codes. Topics include innovative design strategies and construction practices that enhance energy efficiency and environmental performance as well as passive house and ambient design.

Learning Objectives:
1. Identify and explain key principles of energy-efficient building design especially as it relates to thermal insulation, thermal mass, and air tightness.
2. Discuss effective strategies for energy efficiency and masonry wall construction addressing initial costs and long-term energy savings, with focus on materials and construction.
3. Understand practical high-performance masonry walls designs and construction including air barriers and thermal bridging and moisture control.
4. Review case studies of energy-efficient masonry building investigations, identifying best practices and lessons learned.