By: James D’Aloisio, PE, LEED AP; Klepper, Hahn & Hyatt – jad@khhpc.com
All engineers who work on buildings should understand the basics of the Energy Conservation Construction Code of NYS. Envelope performance, in particular, is more important, challenging, and interesting that many architects realize. We'll review code requirements including recent performance-increasing changes , clarify compliance path options including trade-off options and averaging insulation values, foundation and slab insulation requirements, considerations for fenestration, mass and stud walls, and metal building systems, summarize residential and commercial air barrier requirements including testing and verification, and details to minimize structural thermal bridging.