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WaterSense Homes Specification Web Page

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Author(s)
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency,
WaterSense
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Organization(s)
EPA,
WaterSense
Description
Web page providing links or specifications for homes to be labeled through the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA’s) WaterSense program.

What Is a Seismic Shut-Off Valve?

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Author(s)
MBS Engineering
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Organization(s)
MBS Engineering
Description
Infographic explaining what a seismic shut-off valve is and providing frequently asked questions.

Wood Combustion Basics

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Author(s)
Curkeet Rick
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Organization(s)
Intertek
Description
Presentation about the combustion properties of wood.

Wood Stoves, Fireplaces, Pellet Stoves, and Masonry Heaters

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Author(s)
Washington State Department of Ecology
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Organization(s)
Washington State Department of Ecology
Description
Webpage describing burn bans, which wood burning devices are legal in Washington, why wood smoke is harmful to health, and how to reduce the smoke from your wood burning device.