Student reviews

Zero Net Energy Buildings
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02/08/2024

Excellent overview, presentation of calculators and tools. I believe this course offers a very strong look at all aspects of Net Zero Energy construction, and the primary methods used to achieve tight, highly insulated, high preforming structures.

Mark Bonser
11/12/2022

I enjoyed that I was able to explore building science concepts and net-zero applications at my own pace. The course covered a wide variety of subjects and provided a depth of knowledge building resources to hone in on each subject.

Samuel Manning
05/24/2021

Excellent way to learn about designing zero net-energy buildings and how to avoid construction mistakes.

Mason Browne
05/21/2021

Great course that teaches you how to see both the forest and the trees. It equips you with an understanding of the general building science principles and the ability to locate/interpret/use specific technical resources for real world application.

Kate Stevens
Contexts: architecture, teaching, translating
02/01/2021

This course should be a part of the core curriculum for every architectural college in America. This is foundational information that every architect should have. Marc does a masterful job of bringing together, in one well designed course, a broad spectrum of knowledge, experience and wisdom, with a dash of Marc's wit and humor. For what we are up to at Architectural Resource, this course was spot on. Thank you for your contribution to our industry, Marc. Bravo!

Michael Klement
Architectural Resource, LLC
12/26/2020

Zero Net Energy Buildings presents a thorough look at practical ways we can all use to make homes use less energy. This course brings together building science and modern energy efficient building systems in a step-by-step manner that will be enlightening to anyone from homeowner, architect, and home builder. Great class - highly recommended!

Jill Brigham
Engineer
08/08/2016

Marc is a terrific instructor who knows his stuff and is generous in sharing it!

Josh Jackson
Partner, TimberHomes Vermont
06/05/2016

Don't take this course! You'll become an addicted energy junky and want more, and more, and more..... seriously, its the best!

Michael Schunk
Owner/Architect/CPHC, Home Energy Design Services
06/03/2016

The 10 week format along with terrific information was perfect for my situation of needing flexibility and time to digest and apply this information in a real world project. Thanks for the extension to June 3 by the way, it was perfect!

Spencer Richland
Architectural Designer
06/03/2016

I would highly recommend this course to anyone interested in how we might make this world a better place through energy-efficient, utility-independent, residential design and construction.

Jer Greene
06/03/2016

A terrific class and instructor. The instructor is passionate about the material, extremely knowledgeable, helpful, and a great communicator.

John Saveson
Energy Analyst/HERS Rater, Center for EcoTechnology
06/03/2016

A wonderful, fun, and extremely informative course.

I. Nate Scaglione
Sustainable Designer
06/02/2016

Excellent primer and extensive overview of NZE Homes! Instructor Marc Rosenberg openly shares his extensive knowledge of the design and construction elements for creating a successful outcome to various building challenges be it "new construction" or retrofit modifications. Be prepared to learn a lot.

Frank Pietrzak
06/02/2016

Marc's course greatly expanded my understanding of energy use in buildings and the potential of super insulated, low energy homes. The tools, materials, and guidance Marc offers in this course are indispensable to anyone in the trade. I highly recommend it!

Dylan Kinsey
Owner/Builder, Kinsey Construction
06/01/2016

Marc is a wonderful teacher and communicator. If the construction industry is going to change to high performance construction, we need to make sure certain key concepts become the new norm. Marc is clearly a forerunner in creating this new path. If he had an sequel to this course, I would take it.

valerie White
owner, White Architects llc
11/24/2015

Marc knows his stuff. Building science is ever evolving, yet Marc describes the basics and their real world applications in great detail. Building smart means saving energy dollars down the road. Marc lives and breathes these ideas and shows simple ways to implement them in everyday construction.

Matthew Bartle
Project Manager, Hayward Design Build
11/22/2015

Great class to bring you up to speed on net zero energy houses and how to build them.

Ann McKinley
Owner, Heavenly Holdings
11/20/2015

M.R. cuts thru the obfuscation of the Zero Net Energy Home conundrum like a finely honed hardened steel cleaver arcing thru the air and slicing thru a piece of nice warm brie, effortlessly getting to the heart of the matter.......only with a lot less mess!

Dan Edelstein
Architect, Daniel Edelstein/Architect
11/19/2015

I would recommend this course to anyone interested in sustainable architecture.

Mark Graham
Principal, Liminal Architecture
08/06/2015

Every person, no matter what experience, degrees, or status, interested in high performance housing should take this course

James Pepitone
Construction/Energy Specialist, Neighborhood Housing Services of New Haven
07/28/2015

My final project was never reviewed. I was disappointed in the lack of feedback on this.

Erik Block
Owner, Erik Block Design Build
04/14/2023
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