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This library contains research reports produced by the Building America program and other building science resources used to support this Solution Center. The materials cover both new construction and existing homes. Use the search box and/or the filters to explore hundreds of residential building resources. Access to some references not produced by Building America may require purchase from the publisher. Documents are listed alphabetically. While we continually update our database, links may have changed since posting. Please contact our webmaster if you find broken links.

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UN Environment Programme
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United Nations
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Guidance document from the UN environment programme on climate-resilient buildings and communities practices, including guidance on heat waves, drought, hurricanes, and flooding.
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Pacific Gas & Electric
Organization(s)
PG&E
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Description
Guidelines from PG&E outlining how to stay safe during a flood event by shutting off natural gas and electric service to the home.
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City of Ellensburg
Organization(s)
City of Ellensburg
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Description
Flyer from the City of Ellensburg WA describing what an excess flow valve is, how they work, and associated costs.
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TECO Peoples Gas
Organization(s)
TECO
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Description
Utility webpage describing the monetary costs associated with excess flow valves for TECO in Florida.
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Institute for Business & Home Safety
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Institute for Business & Home Safety
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Description
Report covering reducing risk from flooding.
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NW Natural
Organization(s)
NW Natural
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Description
Webpage from NW Natural on how to prepare homes with natural gas service for earthquakes and floods, what to do during an emergency, and how to respond after the emergency has passed.