Energy Efficient Building Construction in Florida 11th Edition

Energy Efficient Building Construction in Florida, 11th Edition is a comprehensive guide focused on sustainable and energy-efficient building practices in Florida. Authored by Craig Miller and Lesly Jerome, the book is designed to help builders, designers, and homeowners understand key features that impact building performance while aligning with the Florida Building Code, 8th Edition (2023).

The book covers a range of topics, including:

• Siting and Passive Design Features – Strategies for optimizing natural resources to enhance energy efficiency.
• The Building as a System – A holistic approach to construction that considers all interconnected components.
• Air Leakage, Insulation, and Windows & Doors – Materials and techniques to improve thermal performance.
• Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) – Best practices for duct design, sealing, and energy-efficient climate control.
• Domestic Water Heating, Appliances, and Lighting – Methods to reduce energy consumption in everyday home functions2.

The book also includes provisions from the Florida Energy Conservation Code, ensuring that readers are equipped with the latest standards and techniques to exceed minimum efficiency requirements.

About UPF

The University Press of Florida (UPF) is the scholarly publishing arm of the State University System of Florida, representing Florida’s twelve state universities. It is located in Gainesville near the University of Florida, one of the state’s major research institutions. It is overseen by the Florida Board of Governors and publishes works from and about the state. Its predecessor was the University of Florida Press