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Remodeling Magazine
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Remodeling Magazine website.
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Residential Energy Dynamics
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A free tool used to calculate the required minimum flow rate of dwelling-unit ventilation.
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FEMA
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Fact sheet describing the report FEMA P-804 Wind Retrofit Guide for Residential Buildings (2010) with a link to this report and gives an overview of FEMA funds for wind retrofit projects.
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USRC
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Website describing the USRC, which "brings an unparalleled level of capability to the mission of improving community resilience in the built environment."
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FLASH
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Report providing architects, designers, and homeowners with information to make house plans useful for constructing a more wind resilient structure.
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Green Builder Media
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Website providing resilient housing articles that relate to codes, including webinars, training, and guest articles.
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EPA
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EPA guide on responsible appliance disposal for consumers.
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HIRL
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Factsheet providing homeowners with an overview of approaches for flashing and sealing roof penetrations to help discussion with a roofing contractor.
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HUD
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Factsheet from HUD describing how to properly rebuild following natural disasters in Puerto Rico.
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HUD
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Factsheet from HUD describing how homeowners can retrofit homes following natural disasters in the U.S. Virgin Islands.
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HUD
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Factsheet from HUD describing how to rebuild following natural disasters in Puerto Rico.
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HUD
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Factsheet for builders from HUD on how to rebuild homes following natural disasters in the U.S. Virgin Islands.
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FEMA
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FEMA information on safe room funding to regional governments.
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DOE
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A website by the U.S. DOE highlighting the potential energy savings from upgrading energy inefficient windows with low-emissivity.
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City of Seattle
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A fact sheet providing homeowners with guidance on properly securing water heaters to prevent them from tipping in an earthquake.
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FEMA,
NEHRP
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Fact sheet describing improvements in the earthquake resistance of residential and commercial new construction through the adoption into the International Residential Code of seismic provisions including those developed by the National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program (NEHRP).
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SEAOC,
OSHPD
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Web-based tool that uses the USGS web services to retrieve seismic design data and presents it in a report format.
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Journal of Light Construction
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Article describing various types of caulks and sealants, their formulas and best uses.
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FTC
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FTC website explaining the usefulness of the EnergyGuide label when shopping for home appliances.
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sidingcost.org
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Website providing the pros and cons of different siding materials for home building, including wood, vinyl, fiber cement, stucco, brick, metal, and stone.
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DOE
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A website discussing the use of consumer-grade small electric wind systems such as turbines to lower energy costs.
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NREL,
USDOE Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy,
EERE
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Fact sheet outlining the research behind how smart ventilation controls boost energy efficiency and indoor air quality, including research findings from seasonal temperature, timer, and real-time weather-based controls showing that all three systems showed potential for energy savings while...
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Svarc
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Website article describing the way solar panels are coupled to AC and DC battery energy storage systems.
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Solar Rating & Certification Corporation
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The Solar Rating & Certification Corporation is the leading solar heating and cooling product certification program in North America, certifying to the requirements of International and Uniform Codes and Standards
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Pacific Seismic Products
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Specification for a State of California-compliant earthquake-actuated automatic gas shutoff valve.
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Spray Polyurethane Foam Alliance
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SPFA website homepage.
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FEMA
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Technical bulletin describing National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) requirements for flood openings in foundation walls and walls of enclosures below elevated buildings.
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Florida Building Code
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Fact sheet describing the test procedure for wind and wind driven rain resistance of discontinuous roofing systems.
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Green Building Advisor
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Article from Green Building Advisor on the importance of window selection in hot climates, with an emphasis on window glazing.
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National Roofing Contractors Association
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Manuals describing design, materials, and installation techniques applicable to almost all types of roof systems; four-volume set includes Metal Panel and SPF Roof Systems, Membrane Roof Systems, Architectural Metal Flashing and Condensation and Air Leakage Control, and Steep-Slope Roof Systems.
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Purdue University
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Article from Purdue University on the potential for white paint technology to lower air conditioning usage requirements.
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National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration,
NOAA
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Website providing guidance for people to find and use tools, information, and subject matter expertise to build climate resilience.
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IAPMO
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The International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO) has been protecting the public’s health and safety for ninety-three years by working in concert with government and industry to implement comprehensive plumbing and mechanical systems around the world. Main website.
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University of California
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Wildfire mitigation guidelines from the University of California outlining how to mitigate fire risk for attached decks.
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USGS
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Webpage for the United States Geological Survey for the Department of the Interior.
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NREL
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NREL webpage with information to keep attic ventilation up to code and protected from wind washing.
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EPA
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Website providing a searchable list of products that meet the EPA WaterSense criteria for water savings.
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National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
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Web page providing statistics on weather related fatalities and injuries.
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MBS Engineering
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An informational guide established to educate the public on seismic shut-off valves and how to avoid fires following an earthquake.
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FEMA
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Document describing what levees are, how they work, and who owns them.
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MBS Engineering
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Infographic explaining what a seismic shut-off valve is and providing frequently asked questions.
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Conference paper presented at the 2020 Summer Study on Energy Efficiency in Buildings presenting the results of an evaluation of control strategies used when new mini-splits are installed in a home with an existing HVAC system.
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ENERGY STAR
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Introductory guide to air sealing the envelope of a home to reduce wasted energy and save on energy costs.
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NFPA
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Website containing links to key wildfire codes and standards.
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University of Nevada Reno Extension,
University of California Cooperative Extension,
Tahoe Resource Conservation District,
Cal Fire
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Guide from University of Nevada, Reno Extension providing specific recommendations for how to retrofit existing homes for wildfire resilience.
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USFA
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Website summarizing wildland codes and standards, including related NFPA codes and standards.
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Zero Carbon LLC
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Article describing the capabilities of a Tesla Powerwall and its capacity to be used during a power outage.
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Efficient Windows Collaborative
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The Window Selection Tool will take you through a series of design conditions pertaining to your design and location.