Insulation Performance for Historic Buildings

The National Park Service intends to award a single source justified cooperative agreement to Northwestern State University of Louisiana for the project "Insulation Performance for Historic Buildings". The project aims to determine the energy efficiency of commercially available insulation in historic buildings and develop technical guidance for improving energy efficiency without altering historic features. The project's objectives include determining the energy performance of different insulation types, understanding the benefits and hazards of specific insulation materials, and disseminating the results through peer-reviewed journals and educational webinars. The recipient will be responsible for carrying out the statement of work, adhering to federal and local laws, and providing staff support to the National Park Service. • The project will investigate reversible and irreversible insulation methods in historic buildings. • The recipient will conduct a literature review, develop a research design, and identify analytical techniques to characterize energy efficiency. • The project will publish a publicly accessible science-based best practice protocol for insulation in historic structures. • The National Park Service will provide staff support and reimbursement for travel and research expenses.