A net-zero energy home or building is one that generates as much power on-site as it consumes over the course of a year. To achieve this, architects specify renewable energy sources such as rooftop ...

Q. Exactly what are insulated SIPS panels for houses? I want to add an efficient apartment to my house for my elderly mother. Can SIPS be used for large room additions or are they only for new ...

TEMPE, Ariz., Jan. 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Structural Insulated Panel Association (SIPA) announced the winners of the 2026 Building Excellence Awards at its annual meeting in Tempe, Arizona, ...

NEW HOLLAND, PA - Builders starting new home projects can now earn three additional points (for a total of 13 potential points) towards National Green Building Certification when using ...

Dear Jim: Exactly what are insulated SIPS panels for houses? I want to add an efficient apartment to my house for my elderly mother. Can SIPS be used for large room additions or are they only for new ...

When specifying insulated panels for a project, builders have an array to choose from. But when looking at two of the most popular types— structural insulated panels or insulated metal panels, it is ...

J.D.: SIPS stands for structural insulated panel system and it is very energy efficient. Although the panels are most often used for new house construction, they can be used for efficient room ...

If you’re planning a self build or extension project and researching build options, there’s a good chance you’ve come across structural insulated panels, also known as SIPs. This build method has ...