Wall Moisture Studies CCHRC studies various building envelope designs in the Mobile Test Lab, a trailer with nine test wall bays that allows us to test multiple insulation strategies under the same conditions. During active studies, we simulate conditions of a “normal” house inside the Mobile Test Lab. Sensors embedded in the walls record temperature,…
Vapor Diffusion-Open Walls Study CCHRC monitored the performance of Fairbanks builder Thorsten Chlupp’s passive solar home over one year. The superinsulated house demonstrates innovative building and mechanical systems, with a super-insulated foundation, integrated heat storage system, and an open wall design that allows vapor to diffuse through. This home shows that buildings can perform well…
Sustainable Village at the University of Alaska Fairbanks CCHRC partnered with the University of Alaska Fairbanks to design a sustainable student village that includes a cluster of super energy-efficient homes with shared open space, a community garden, and footpaths between buildings. The village will be on University property adjacent to CCHRC’s research center. The first…
