AkWarm Modernization Comments Form

We are seeking comments from energy raters, members of the home building community and home owners. Please complete the comment form below. All comments will be included in the final report to AHFC. Be sure to include your contact information which we may use to reach you for clarification, but will only be used for this project.

Sustainable Northern Communities

The Sustainable Northern Shelter team works with rural communities to develop energy-efficient, affordable, and culturally-appropriate homes that can withstand Alaska climate extremes.

REMOTE Walls

The REMOTE Wall System, designed for extreme cold climates, features an air and/or vapor retarder and rigid foam insulation over the sheathing on the exterior of the house. It is used in both new and retrofit construction.

Safe & Effective Exterior Insulation Retrofits

Mobile Test Lab

The CCHRC Mobile Test Lab is fitted with nine wall sections, each constructed differently, to determine how retrofit insulation methods are susceptible to interior moisture

Product Testing

product testing equipment

The CCHRC Product Testing Lab studies concepts and products for the building envelope in circumpolar Arctic climatic conditions. Current projects include moveable exterior window insulation and ground source heat pumps.

Heat Pumps

heat pump

In this pilot program, CCHRC staff are monitoring ground source systems installed at a military base, a public elementary school and a private residence. This is part of an overall feasibility study for Alaska.