As global temperatures continue to rise, there is growing recognition of the role that human activity, particularly energy use in buildings, plays in climate change. This course focuses on how buildings consume energy and explores strategies for designing structures that deliver high energy performance. Homebuilders, architects, and designers will gain valuable insights into sustainable design practices and energy-efficient building systems.
The course also introduces key requirements of the Energy and Atmosphere category in LEED v4 for Building Design and Construction (BD+C), helping professionals align their projects with recognized green building standards.
At the end of this course, participants will be able to:
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Describe the relationship between building energy use and human-driven climate change.
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Identify key strategies and technologies used to reduce energy consumption in buildings.
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Understand the principles of high-performance building design.
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Explain the core components of the Energy and Atmosphere category in LEED v4 BD+C.
- Apply sustainable design practices to enhance energy efficiency in residential and commercial projects.