Glossary

Science of heat, moisture, and air in buildings.

Allows vapor out, blocks rain in.

Renewable materials like timber.

Nearly Zero-Energy home as per EU norms.

Structural Insulated Panel system.

Thermal resistance below living areas.

Designated space for washing and storage.

pps or displays to manage building systems.

Higher urban temperatures due to materials.

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