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EPA
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Guide providing information for homeowners and renters on how to clean up residential mold problems and how to prevent mold growth.
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EPA
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Report telling consumers the risks of radon, how radon gets into a home, and steps consumers can take to reduce radon exposure in their homes.
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EPA
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Archived 2014 EPA newsroom release describing new EnergyStar standards for clothes dryers.
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ENERGY STAR,
EPA
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Webpage describing the functionality and benefits of switching to Air Source Heat Pumps, as well as linking to sets of products, rebates, most efficient ASHPs, and providing consumer aid for purchasing an ASHP.
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NIH,
OSHA,
EPA,
HUD
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Guidance from HUD, EPA, NIH, and FEMA for workers who deal directly with asbestos.
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EPA
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The EPA Burn Wise program promotes the importance of burning the right wood in the right way from the right sources with mission to protect human health and the environment.
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EPA,
NSCEP
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Source for information about Carbon Monoxide including health effects and measures to reduce exposure.
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EPA
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Under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA), the EPA evaluates potential risks from new and existing chemicals and acts to address any unreasonable risks chemicals may have on human health and the environment. This website explains the implications of such chemicals.
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EPA
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A list of EPA-certified wood-burning appliances for home heating for a range of budgets.
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EPA
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A website explaining how to quickly clean up a broken compact fluorescent lightbulb.
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EPA
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Website providing data indicating climate change.
Construction and Demolition: How to Properly Dispose of Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning Equipment
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EPA
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A website explaining how to properly dispose of old refrigeration and air-conditioning equipment.
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EPA
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Report telling consumers how radon gets into a home and how to reduce radon entry into a home.
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EPA
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Website providing lists of WaterSense-qualified products for home plumbing and irrigation equipment that meet the requirements of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA’s) WaterSense program.
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EPA
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A map describing the average temperature of shallow groundwater in Fahrenheit across the continental United States.
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EPA
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Website that lists references that can help you determine how to control you indoor air quality while combating an emergency.
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EPA
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ENERGY STAR website providing information about programs, products and energy efficiency information.
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EPA
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Broschure detailing water control strategies for building openings (e.g., vents and drainpipes).
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EPA
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Brochure providing information on the design of the EPA Region 8 headquarters in Denver, CO.
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EPA
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Guidebook meant to provide public officials with information on excessive heat event.
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EPA
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Detailed information about Formaldehyde including health effects and strategies to reduce exposure.
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EPA,
ENERGY STAR
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Website with information about ENERGY STAR criteria for geothermal heat pumps.
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EPA
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Report about opportunities for ventilation when traditional methods are limited by weather conditions or by contaminants in the outdoor air.
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EPA,
NSCEP
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Description
Guidance for achieving safe and healthy indoor environments during home energy retrofits.
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EPA
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EPA webpage explaining the heat island effect and providing links to related content.
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FEMA,
EPA,
HUD,
NIH,
CDC
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Description
Guidance from EPA, FEMA, HUD, and NIH on how to deal with asbestos in homes following natural disasters.
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CDC,
EPA,
FEMA,
HUD,
NIH
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Homeowner guidance from CDC, EPA, FEMA, HUD, and NIH on how to safely clean up mold issues following flooding from a natural disaster.
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EPA,
FEMA,
HUD,
NIH
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Description
Guidance from EPA, FEMA, HUD, and NIH on homeowner safety dealing with lead contaminants.
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EPA,
FEMA,
HUD
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Description
Homeowner guidance from EPA, FEMA, HUD, and NIH on dealing with radon following a natural disaster.
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EPA
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Companion document to the Indoor airPLUS Construction Specifications, providing guidance on identifying compliant products, including industry databases and examples of product labeling.
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EPA
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Indoor airPLUS is a voluntary partnership and labeling program that helps new home builders improve the quality of indoor air by requiring construction practices and product specifications that minimize exposure to airborne pollutants and contaminants.
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EPA
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Description
Website helping builders, designers, and home energy raters find products that are compliant with the EPA Indoor airPLUS Construction Specification requirements for low-emission materials.
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EPA
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Description
Document outlining specifications that were developed by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to recognize new homes equipped with a comprehensive set of indoor air quality (IAQ) features.
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EPA
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Website providing the technical specifications and related documents for home builders, subcontractors, architects, and other housing professionals interested in certifying a home to the EPA's Indoor airPLUS program requirements.
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EPA
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A factsheet providing information on how to prevent pests from entering the home by sealing cracks and openings.
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EPA
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Guide describing landscaping tips for healthy and regionally-based gardens, including maintenance, mulching, water efficiency, and plant resources.
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EPA,
HUD,
NIH,
OSHA
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Guidance from EPA, HUD, NIH, and OSHA on worker and employer interactions with lead contaminants.
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EPA,
ENERGY STAR
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ENERGY STAR lightbulb criteria.
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EPA
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Factsheet with information on energy efficient pool pumps.
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EPA
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Website providing links to the EPA developed map of radon risk in the United States.
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EPA
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The purpose of this map is to assist national, state and local organizations to target their resources and to implement radon-resistant building codes.
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EPA
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Website providing guidance about mold and moisture for homes, schools, multifamily and commercial buildings.
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EPA
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Presentation, and online course, that provides an introduction to mold and mold remediation for environmental and public health professionals.
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EPA,
HUD,
NIH,
OSHA
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Worker guidance from EPA, HUD, NIH, and OSHA on how to deal with mold in homes following natural disasters.
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EPA
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This report is designed to meet ASHRAE 62.2-2010/2013 and ANSI/ACCA’s 5 QI-2015 protocol, thereby improving the performance of HVAC equipment in new homes when compared to homes built to minimum code.
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EPA
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Webpage with links to documents providing the program requirements and checklists for ENERGY STAR Certified Homes (Ver. 3/3.1, Rev. 9).
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EPA
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A list of EPA federal regulations regarding stationary sources of air pollution.
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EPA
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Website explaining the risks associated with radon in homes and how to protect homes against radon.
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EPA
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Standard providing information on contractors who offer radon control services to homeowners.