NIST Net Zero House Presentation for AIA

Therrien Waddell (TW) hosted members of the American Institute of Architects (AIA) on October 14th for a presentation regarding the design and construction of the NIST Net Zero House.  The house is designed to consume less energy than it generates on an annual basis.

Over thirty members were in attendance for a catered lunch and presentation by Dan Coffey, TW’s VP of Business Development.  Jerry Therrien, TW’s president, was also on hand to assist in answering questions regarding the project.

The presentation discussed the purpose of the Net Zero house and overall progress.  Mr. Coffey covered details surrounding air sealing, the weather barrier blower door test, thermal envelope, solar hot water system, and ground source heat pump.  Mr. Coffey discussed the project’s use of optimal lumber engineering and BIM modeling.  Participants were also updated as to project’s current activities.

View video clips of the presentation on Therrien Waddell’s YouTube Channel: http://www.youtube.com/user/TherrienWaddell