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Report documenting the process and outcomes involved in achieving the U.S. Department of Energy Zero Energy Ready Home (ZERH) program certification standards while helping homebuilders in Climate Zones 5 and 6 in the Upper Midwest achieve ZERH certification.

Webpage for the United States Geological Survey for the Department of the Interior.

Webpage from Southern California Earthquake Center (SCEC) on identifying key problem spots on unreinforced masonry chimneys and how to retrofit them to withstand seismic forces.

Article describing how adhesives can be used to make homes in high-wind locations stronger and how adhesives could be too effective resulting in overloading foundation anchors under earthquake loads.

Document providing a case study of commissioned performance measures that justify costs for these demonstration and "live" show homes.

Products and specification for a State of California-compliant earthquake-actuated automatic gas shutoff valve.

This text is one of series of supporting documents that provide guidance on implementing the World Health Organization (WHO) Guidelines for drinking-water quality; intended to support improvement of water safety within buildings.

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.

An informational guide established to educate the public on seismic shut-off valves and how to avoid fires following an earthquake.

Webpage outlining the definition of contracts and how they function

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

Information sheet discussing the differences between homeowner energy consumption trends in highly efficient homes.

Web article describing the defining characteristics of the CW and AW window performance classes.

Fact sheet poster describing and comparing the energy-saving and comfort benefits of window attachment options such as low-emissivity storm windows, automated blinds, cellular shades, and solar screens, etc.

Fact sheet describing impact-resistant window systems with specifics on Florida’s building codes.