1. SOLAR INSULATION PRINCIPLES BY: PETER FRANCIS SARABOSING

2. What is Solar Insulation? Material that is not a good conductor of heat Forms barriers between interior and exterior spaces Separates cold weather from warmed interiors, or vice versa Maintains an even temperature year- round

3. Principles of Insulation – “ Let ’ s Insulate ” Insulate every surface separating inside from outside All walls, floors, and ceilings Install insulation with an R-value higher than the minimum requirements Leave no gaps or compression, reduces effectiveness as much as 50% Keep insulation clear of heat producing device Install insulation correctly to maximize effectiveness

4. Methods of Insulation – Keepin ’ It Hot (Or Cold) ADVANCED WINDOWS TRANSPARANT INSULATION TROMBE WALL FIBERGLASS MINERAL-FIBRE CELLULOSE THERMAL VERMICULITE RIGID FOAM URETHANE

5. Benefits of Insulation – To Insulate or Not to Insulate Keeps your house warm in winter and cold in summer Reduces noise levels Reduce energy bills Properly insulated homes use half the energy of those without insulation

6. Resources http://www.canren.gc.ca/ http://www.consumerenergycente r.org/homeandwork/homes/const ruction/insulation.html