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The User's Guide for the National Energy Code of Canada for Buildings 2020 is designed to complement the code by providing background information as well as detailed examples and calculations.
The following updates have been made in this edition of the guide:
- Introduction of energy performance tiers, which provide a flexible compliance framework for achieving higher levels of energy efficiency in buildings
- Inclusion of additional examples for determining the thermal characteristics of building envelope assemblies
- Addition of guidance on whole building airtightness testing
- Description of the 6 different compliant HVAC systems
- Explanation of compliance using whole-building energy modelling
The User's Guide serves as a reference tool for those involved in building design, construction or regulation. It explains the provisions of the National Energy Code of Canada for Buildings 2020 and includes examples to assist users in understanding energy-efficient design. The guide can also be used as a resource for educators and trainers when instructing students and professionals.
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122 pages
NRCC-CONST-56652E
Formats available:
- Soft Cover $45.00 CAD
- Free PDF file available through the NRC Publications Archive