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FEMA
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Information sheet from FEMA on preparation for extreme heat, including measures for keeping homes cool.
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Zero Energy Project
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Guidance from Zero Energy Project on construction techniques for warmer climates, such as home orientation, and insulation requirements.
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University of Arizona
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Article from University of Arizona on keeping homes cool during extreme heat, both personal and system changes.
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Smarter Homes NZ
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Article from Smarter Homes NZ on home building techniques that incorporate passive cooling.
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Alliance for Residential Building Innovation,
ARBI,
Davis Energy Group
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Research project evaluating the pre-and post-retrofit energy consumption of a marine climate retrofit, compare actual energy use to original predictions, and identify opportunities for cost savings in other similar retrofits in this climate.
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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.