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	title of this thread your message Another caveat emptor moment! I just spent two days learning about the development of near zero net energy homes. The single largest component of these homes is super insulation. The single largest factor in not acheiving a tight house is glazing. I live in a psssive solar home. I love my windows, but i know that unless glazing is well managed and properly focused that they cause more loss thatn gain. Windows are most certainly the largest point of energy loss in your home. I'm not saying we should go back to living in dark houses with few windows, but we sure should design homes with the windows in the right places and with thermal drapes to keep the heat at night. No more poorly sited McMansions! associated web images (optional) associated web link (optional) your email your password create a forums account \| you forgot your password?