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DOE
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Website with consumer and contractor information about building codes and regulations for solar water heating systems.
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DOE
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IECC code note explaining new fan efficacy requirements, along with how to determine which fans are affected by the new fan requirements.
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DOE
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Information sheet summarizing inspection and testing of combustion appliances taught during the 2006 Florida whole-house weatherization training as part of the U.S. Department of Energy’s Hot Climate Initiative.
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DOE
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Website providing information about the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP), which reduces energy costs for low-income households by increasing the energy efficiency of approximately 35,000 homes every year.
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DOE
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Website from the U.S. Department of Energy providing consumers with information on saving energy and using renewable energy technologies.
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DOE
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Website with consumer information about residential heat pump systems.
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DOE
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DOE's consumer information about energy and laundry.
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DOE
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Online reference containing general information about geothermal heat pumps.
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DOE
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Fact sheet describing principles of insulating steam distribution and condensate return lines as an effective way to prevent energy loss.
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DOE
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Information sheet with tools for estimating payback of adding additional insulation to your house.
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DOE,
EPA
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Information sheet about the benefits of purchasing and installing ENERGY STAR rated fans and ventilation products.
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DOE
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You can save energy and maintain a comfortable swimming pool temperature by using a smaller, higher efficiency pump and by operating it less.
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DOE
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The light-emitting diode (LED) is one of today's most energy-efficient and rapidly-developing lighting technologies.
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DOE
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Information about LED lighting technology.
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DOE
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U.S. Department of Energy's website describing radiant barriers in homes.
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DOE
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Information sheet with the definition and uses for a raised truss.
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DOE
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Website with information from DOE about rules and standards for residential air conditioners and heat pumps.
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DOE
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Presentation providing information about correctly installing ductwork in new and existing homes.
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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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DOE
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Website describing how solar water heaters -- also called solar domestic hot water systems -- can be a cost-effective way to generate hot water for your home.
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DOE
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Brochure with information about how to select and install house wrap and other weather-resistive barriers.
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DOE
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Information sheet about types and installation of insulation.
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DOE
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Website with consumer information about various types of lighting.
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DOE
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Information sheet explaining how weatherstripping can be an easy and cost-effective way to save money on energy costs and improve comfort by reducing drafts.