Presenters:
Nate Gusakov, Green Mountain Enclosure Consulting llc
Elizabeth Peebles, State Architectural Historian, Vermont Division for Historic Preservation
Steve Spatz, Trade Ally Training Manager, Efficiency VT
Organized by the Norwich Energy Committee and Norwich Historic Preservation Commission
How can we balance safeguarding the character-defining features of a historic house with energy efficiency? Why is this important? This video explores ways to responsibly make our historic homes more energy efficient and learn about resources for the work. Among the topics for discussion:
- Practical suggestions for how to retain original materials, finishes, and design elements while at the same time improving energy efficiency.
- An understanding of building durability and the mechanism of water condensation and how heating and cooling choices can impact a building.
- And where the greatest opportunities for energy conservation lie.