Do national standards contain a consistent bias in favor hot-weather architecture? Specifically, do they favor passive cooling technology over passive heating technology?

Two experts have recently drawn attention to idiosyncracies in heating/cooling rules. First, architect Paul Hutton here in Colorado points out that LEED points are awarded for white or reflective roofs, even in snow country where a dark roof may provide solar gain and reduce load on the heating system. Moreover, a hig [...]

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