Guide to Near Net Zero Residential Buildings

The Guide to Near Net Zero Residential Buildings is published by NAIMA Canada. This guide consolidates information on how builders and designers may achieve the near net zero energy efficiency targets in current and upcoming codes, including the British Columbia Energy Step Code. This guide is intended to be an industry resource for designing and constructing low energy use buildings using mineral fibre insulation without compromising other aspects of building performance including moisture management, airtightness, and durability. This guide is limited to Part 9, wood frame construction, with a focus on British Columbia, though the principles in this guide may be applied throughout Canada.