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Join Us for the Next Live Recording of AIBD's High Performance Homes Team!

Published 20 days ago • 1 min read

Hello Reader,

The construction industry is undergoing a significant transformation towards energy efficiency and sustainability, with exciting advancements in building materials and technologies emerging for 2025 and beyond. These innovations aim to reduce energy consumption, minimize environmental impact, and create more sustainable structures.

Smart and Sustainable Materials:

  • Carbon-Negative Concrete: Captures more CO2 than it emits, significantly reducing the carbon footprint of concrete production.
  • Phase-Change Materials (PCMs): Absorb, store, and release thermal energy to naturally regulate indoor temperatures, reducing the need for active heating and cooling.
  • Graphene-Enhanced Materials: Lightweight, durable, and conductive composites that enhance traditional materials like concrete, reducing carbon emissions.

Advanced Building Technologies:

  • Smart Solar Inverters: More efficient and durable, these inverters adjust to energy demand changes, preventing overheating and degradation.
  • Transparent Solar Panels: Turn windows into power-generating surfaces without compromising natural light, increasing energy efficiency.
  • Building Information Modeling (BIM) with AI: Revolutionizes design and construction by optimizing energy efficiency and ensuring regulatory compliance.

Innovative Insulation Solutions:

  • Silica Aerogel: A versatile insulation material that can improve energy efficiency by up to 65% when used in double-paned windows.
  • Bio-based Insulation: Environmentally friendly materials like hemp, straw, and mycelium-based products are growing in popularity.

Modular and Prefabricated Construction:

  • Prefabrication minimizes waste, enhances quality control, and accelerates project timelines, with 3D-printed components leading the way.

Join us for the next live recording of AIBD's High Performance Homes Team to learn more about these groundbreaking innovations and how they are shaping the future of construction.

Tuesday, January 21, 2025

  • Eastern Time (ET): 02:00 PM EST
  • Central Time (CT): 01:00 PM CST
  • Mountain Time (MT): 12:00 PM MST
  • Pacific Time (PT): 11:00 AM PST
  • Alaska Time (AKT): 10:00 AM AKST
  • Hawaii-Aleutian Time (HAT): 09:00 AM HST
  • Coordinated Universal Time (UTC): 07:00 PM UTC
  • Swatch Internet Time: @583 .beats

Register here: https://aibd.org/high-performance-homes-team/​

We look forward to seeing you there!

Best regards,
AIBD High Performance Homes Team

American Institute of Building Design (AIBD)

The American Institute of Building Design (AIBD) is a professional association that promotes the highest standards of excellence in residential building design. AIBD offers a variety of resources to its members, including continuing education, networking opportunities, and marketing assistance. AIBD is a valuable resource for anyone interested in a career in residential building design. If you want to improve your skills, network with other professionals, and stay up-to-date on the latest trends, AIBD is the perfect organization for you.

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