In the new year, project teams committed to the 2030 Challenge are being asked to kick their performance goals up a notch.

These elements are fundamental for providing energy efficiency and longevity to the building envelope.

Outsulation X is a high-performance cladding system that yields a 39 percent greater energy efficiency and 36 percent better impact resistance (compared with similar EPS-based systems with similar weight reinforcing mesh), and incorporates 2-inches of Dow XNERGY rigid insulation.

Grace Construction Products—a leader in commercial and residential building materials—has developed the latest advancement in residential weather resistive barriers, offering premium protection to a home’s structural integrity, peace of mind during installation, and superior energy efficiency.

A VELUX America commissioned study documents that adding venting skylights will result in energy cost savings when compared to a home without skylights.

A Texas middle school models sustainability while building a curriculum designed to educate the next generation about renewable energy.

It's possible to save up to 50 percent in energy savings with deep energy retrofits in the home.

The implementation of ecological sustainable design strategies benefits from a building envelope consultant.

Johnson Controls to deliver $58 million in operational and energy efficiency savings.

The 2015 ASHRAE Winter Conference will be held Jan. 24-28 in Chicago.