Increased thermal and energy requirements have been adopted via recent changes in energy codes for the construction of new buildings. These changes are presented in the 1992 Council of American Building Officials Model Energy Code for residences and in the ASHRAE Standard 90.1-1989 for commercial buildings. Each of these energy codes was identified in the Energy Policy Act of 1992, signed into law on October 24 1992, which requires all states to either meet or exceed these codes within two years. Details of the requirements will be reviewed along with their impact.
Origin
Owens-Corning & Ppg Ind, Usa
Journal Title
Ceram Eng Sci Proc 15 2 1994 50-61
Sector
Flat glass
Class
F 432