Weatherization
(noun)
The process of making a building more energy-efficient and resistant to extreme weather conditions.
Origin:
From weatherize + -ation.
Examples:
- The weatherization program helped lower the family's heating bills.
- The city is offering financial incentives for residents to weatherize their homes.
- The company specializes in weatherization for commercial buildings.
- The weatherization included adding insulation and weather stripping to the windows.
- The funding was used for weatherization of the schools in the district.