Fundamentals of Engery Smart Cost Conscious Building

A talk by Ethan Cole of Earthshare Construction and Ryan Hereth of Geobarns
Brought to you by the Cornish NH Energy Committee

VIA ZOOM ONLY
Pre-registration required

This talk will explore:

• What makes the most durable, energy efficient building envelope.
• How to safely & economically achieve building tightness.
• The best wall and roof assemblies money can buy.
• Vapor barrier vs. air barrier – differences & importance.
• How best to seal around windows & other framing transitions (wall to roof).
• “Continuous insulation” & the pros and cons of different types of insulation.

This is Part II of our Building Science Educational Series. It dovetails perfectly with the previous talk about how condensation moves inside buildings. These two experienced green builders will discuss the fundamental principles of high performance energy efficient building, and how those principles can be applied to weatherizing existing homes. This talk is for builders and homeowners alike.

Presenters
Ethan Cole is the Owner/CEO of Earthshare Construction LLC, based in Lebanon NH, which since 2011 has been producing high performance buildings, remodels, energy retrofits, and weatherization projects in the greater Upper Valley. Ethan has over 20 years of experience in the trades, and holds dual Envelope Professional and Building Analyst Professional certifications from the Building Performance Institute (BPI).

Ryan Hereth is the CEO of Geobarns LLC, a Vermont based company founded by George Abetti, that has been building barn-style structures in the upper valley since 1992. In the past ten years Ryan has adapted Geobarns structures into high performance, durable buildings. Most recently Ryan has worked on comparative building assemblies, examining the impact & use of natural vs. man-made materials to reduce embodied carbon.

Contact josharf@gmail.com with any questions.

The Cornish Energy Committee does not endorse any particular contractor or product brand. This event is for educational purposes only.