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Web article showing examples of various architectural methods for shading windows.

Webpage from FireSafe Marin explaining the different landscaping strategies near homes to lower the risk of a home's ignition from wildfire.

A website by the U.S. DOE highlighting the potential energy savings from upgrading energy inefficient windows with low-emissivity.

DOE-sponsored report describing the experimental setup and results of field studies on using exterior fabric shading attachments to reduce solar heat gain, reduce glare, and improve comfort.

List of guidelines for plants and their fire resistance from FIRESafe Marin.

Updated wildfire risk assessment, community impacts, and building science measures following the disastrous 2020 wildfire season in the western U.S.

Article summarizing for potential homeowners items to check or demand from the builder in designing a home for a cold climate.

Webpage published by the National Fire Protection Agency (NFPA) that lists more than 300 consensus codes and standards intended to minimize the possibility and effects of fire and other risks.

Website providing guidance on how to reduce the risk of damage to a home from hail.

Fact sheet describing flashing of roof penetrations to make a home more resistant to high winds, hurricanes, and rainwater intrusion.

Article from Green Building Advisor on the importance of window selection in hot climates, with an emphasis on window glazing.

Infographic explaining what a seismic shut-off valve is and providing frequently asked questions.

Introductory guide to air sealing the envelope of a home to reduce wasted energy and save on energy costs.

The Window Selection Tool will take you through a series of design conditions pertaining to your design and location.

ENERGY STAR website to find the best windows by selecting your state and county (or zip code in California) to find your climate zone and learn more about picking the best product for your area.