Showing 51 - 100 of 171 results:
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Author(s)
Parker Danny S,
Sonne Jeffrey K,
Sherwin John S
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Organization(s)
Florida Solar Energy Center,
FSEC
Description
Study reporting the results of comparative testing of the effect of finished and unfinished metal roofing systems on cooling energy performance in a test facility.
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Author(s)
Chandra Subrato,
Houston Michael M,
Fairey Philip W
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Organization(s)
Florida Solar Energy Center,
FSEC
Description
Report providing recommendations to builders regarding how to reduce cooling loads, use air-circulation fans, natural ventilation, window and building design for natural ventilation, and whole-house fans.
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Author(s)
National Renewable Energy Laboratory,
U.S. Department of Energy
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Organization(s)
NREL,
DOE
Description
Short report providing tips on how to reduce heat gain and passively cool a home.
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Cool Roof Rating Council
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Organization(s)
CRRC
Description
Website providing information about the Cool Roof Rating Council including programs, membership, and resources for the construction industry.
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Author(s)
Wilson Alex
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Organization(s)
Green Building Advisor
Description
Article from Green Building Advisor on strategies to take when building homes to reduce the need for air conditioning, including insulation, windows, site selection, and roofing.
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Author(s)
Air-Conditioning Heating and Refrigeration Institute
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Organization(s)
AHRI
Description
Online database with efficiency information about residential HVAC systems and commercial refrigeration equipment.
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Author(s)
Burdick Arlan
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Organization(s)
Integrated Building and Construction Solutions,
IBACOS
Description
Report outlining the issues with using existing ducts with a new low-load HVAC system, which reduces throw at supply registers causing decreased mixing of supply and room air, leading to potential thermal comfort complaints.
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Author(s)
U.S. Department of Energy
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Organization(s)
DOE
Description
A website by the U.S. DOE highlighting the potential energy savings from upgrading energy inefficient windows with low-emissivity.
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Author(s)
Oak Ridge National Laboratory,
U.S. Department of Energy
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Organization(s)
ORNL,
DOE
Description
Simple web-based tool allowing homeowners to calculate the potential savings from installing a cool roof.
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Author(s)
Energy Saver
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Organization(s)
U.S. Department of Energy,
DOE
Description
Webpage describing the advantages and disadvantages of ductless mini-split air conditioner.
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Author(s)
Clean Energy Exhibition
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Organization(s)
Clean Energy Exhibition,
Solar World
Description
Webpage providing details of an experimental earth tube installation at the Clean Energy Exhibition in Georgia.
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Author(s)
Feineigle Mark
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Organization(s)
Permaculture Research Institute
Description
Article describing earthship homes.
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Author(s)
Walker Iain S,
Turner William JN
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Organization(s)
Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory,
LBNL
Description
This study evaluates the energy, humidity and indoor air quality implications of residential ventilation cooling in all US IECC climate zones.
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Author(s)
Dallas Abbott
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Organization(s)
Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory
Description
Online textbook describing energy, including energy types, and energy use in homes.
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Author(s)
National Association of Home Builders
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Organization(s)
NAHB,
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development,
HUD,
Office of Policy Development and Research,
PDR
Description
Article from NAHB research center describing home building techniques for homes in hot climate zones.
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Author(s)
U.S. Department of Energy
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Organization(s)
DOE
Description
Website with consumer information about residential heat pump systems.
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Author(s)
U.S. Department of Energy
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Organization(s)
DOE
Description
Online reference containing general information about geothermal heat pumps.
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Author(s)
Fernandez Nick,
et al.
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Organization(s)
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory,
PNNL,
U.S. Department of Energy,
DOE
Description
Technical report evaluating the energy savings potential of radiative cooling technologies, particularly photonic 'selective emittance' materials.
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Author(s)
ENERGY STAR
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Organization(s)
ENERGY STAR
Description
Program criteria for central air conditioner and heat pump equipment.
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Author(s)
ENERGY STAR
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Organization(s)
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency,
EPA,
ENERGY STAR
Description
Factsheet describing mini split heat pumps and their benefits for consumers.
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Author(s)
Structural Insulate Panel Association
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Organization(s)
SIPA
Description
Article in the SIPA Technical Bulletin (No. 11) comparing the earthquake resistance of light-frame wood shear wall construction to residential construction with structural insulated panels (SIPS).
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Author(s)
Building Science Corporation
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Organization(s)
BSC
Description
Information sheet briefly summarizing double stud wall construction including the advantages and disadvantages of this construction strategy.
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Author(s)
Building Science Corporation
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Organization(s)
BSC
Description
Information sheet briefly summarizing double stud with spray foam wall construction including the advantages and disadvantages of this construction strategy.
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Author(s)
Building Science Corporation
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Organization(s)
BSC
Description
Information sheet briefly summarizing truss wall construction including the advantages and disadvantages of this construction strategy.
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Author(s)
Sullivan Greg P,
et al.
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Organization(s)
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory,
PNNL
Description
DOE-sponsored report describing the experimental setup and results of field studies on using interior cellular shading attachments to reduce solar heat gain in summer and reduce heat loss in winter.
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Author(s)
Cort Katherine A,
Hunt Walter E
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Organization(s)
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory,
PNNL
Description
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.
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Author(s)
Bhandari Mahabir,
et al.
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Organization(s)
Oak Ridge National Laboratory,
ORNL,
Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory,
LBNL
Description
DOE-sponsored report describing a study investigating the energy savings potential of cellular shades in homes.
Evaluation of Mini-Split Heat Pumps as Supplemental and Full System Retrofits in a Hot Humid Climate
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Author(s)
Sutherland Karen,
Martin Eric,
Parker Danny S
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Organization(s)
American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy,
ACEEE
Description
Technical report presenting the results of an evaluation of homes using high-efficiency mini-split heat pumps to supplement the primary heating and cooling systems.
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Author(s)
Parker Danny S,
Sherwin John S
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Organization(s)
Florida Solar Energy Center,
FSEC
Description
Report about an experimental evaluation conducted on a night sky cooling system designed to substantially reduce space cooling needs in homes in North American climates.
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Author(s)
Cort Katherine A,
et al.
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Organization(s)
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory,
PNNL
Description
DOE-sponsored report describing a study investigating condensation buildup on windows when using insulating shades.
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Author(s)
U.S. Department of Energy
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Organization(s)
DOE
Description
Webpage providing tips for installing and maintaining an evaporative cooler.
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Author(s)
U.S. Department of Energy
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Organization(s)
DOE
Description
A webpage by the DOE on tips for saving energy with an evaporative cooler.
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Author(s)
NORESCO
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Organization(s)
NORESCO
Description
Article describing RESNET guidance on evaporative coolers.
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Author(s)
U.S. Department of Energy
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Organization(s)
DOE
Description
Article describing how evaporative coolers work and how to maintain them.
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Author(s)
Water Science School
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Organization(s)
U.S. Geological Survey,
USGS
Description
Image of design wet bulb temperatures in the U.S. and where evaporative cooling is most appropriate.
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Author(s)
Pima County Public Library
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Organization(s)
Pima County Public Library
Description
Web article describing the evolution of evaporative coolers, water usage of evaporative coolers, and links to information on selecting an evaporative cooler.
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Author(s)
Rettig Molly
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Organization(s)
National Renewal Energy Laboratory,
NREL
Description
Article describing a study of the potential to use heat pumps to heat and cool homes across the United States, including cold climate locations like Alaska.
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Author(s)
Wiehagen Joseph,
Kochkin Vladimir
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Organization(s)
Partnership for Home Innovation,
PHI,
Home Innovation Research Labs,
HIRL
Description
Report on high-R wall design called extended plate and beam that uses foam sheathing insulation with wall framing.
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Author(s)
U.S. Department of Energy
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Organization(s)
DOE
Description
DOE webpage that gives and overview of fans for cooling.
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Author(s)
Florida Solar Energy Center
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Organization(s)
FSEC
Description
FSEC PDF guide on effective fan types and placement in the Southeast.
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Author(s)
Parker Danny S,
Sonne Jeffrey K,
Sherwin John S
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Organization(s)
Florida Solar Energy Center,
FSEC
Description
Study reporting the results of comparative testing of the effect of various roof types on cooling energy performance in a test facility.
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Author(s)
US Environmental Protection Agency
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Organization(s)
EPA
Description
This five-page brochure contains basic information on flood cleanup with illustrations and links to more detailed information.
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Author(s)
Spitler Jeffrey D,
et al.
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Organization(s)
Oklahoma State University,
OSU,
De Montfort University,
DMU,
Oak Ridge National Laboratory,
ORNL
Description
Report describing a project aimed at developing validated models and design tools for foundation heat exchangers.
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Author(s)
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
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Organization(s)
EPA,
ENERGY STAR
Description
Website with information about ENERGY STAR criteria for geothermal heat pumps.
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Author(s)
Seth Masia
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Organization(s)
American Solar Energy Society,
ASES
Description
Website article discussing the economics of ground source heat pumps.
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Author(s)
Institute of Refrigeration
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Organization(s)
IOR,
Carbon Trust
Description
Guide describing refrigeration leaks, including common leak points, how to fix them, and how to prevent them.
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Author(s)
Northeast Energy Efficiency Partnerships
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Organization(s)
NEEP
Description
Factsheet describing how to install air source heat pumps for residential heating and cooling in cold climates.
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Author(s)
Building Science Corporation
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Organization(s)
BSC
Description
Guide providing information on using exterior foam insulating sheathing in building wall assemblies to enhance thermal performance.
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Author(s)
Northeast Energy Efficiency Partnerships
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Organization(s)
NEEP
Description
Factsheet describing how to install air source heat pumps for residential heating and cooling in cold climates.
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Author(s)
U.S. Department of Energy
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Organization(s)
DOE
Description
Document providing supplemental information for code enforcement professionals about header hangers in bearing walls.