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Feineigle Mark
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Permaculture Research Institute
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Article describing earthship homes.
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Author(s)
Efficient Window Coverings
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Organization(s)
Building Green,
U.S. Department of Energy,
DOE,
Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory,
LBNL
Description
Website sponsored by DOE to provide consumers with intelligent and unbiased guidance on the best window covering for your climate, your needs, and your windows.
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Author(s)
Walker Iain S,
Turner William JN
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Organization(s)
Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory,
LBNL
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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)
Energy Saver
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Organization(s)
U.S. Department of Energy,
DOE
Description
Web page providing an overview of window coverings such as blinds, shades, shutters, films, and storm windows.
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Michigan State University Extension
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Organization(s)
Michigan State University Extension
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Fact sheet describing weatherstripping materials, types, expected life expectancy, installation requirements, and pros and cons.
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Author(s)
Gilbride Theresa L
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Organization(s)
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory,
PNNL
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Fact sheet poster describing the certification of window attachment products such as storm windows, roller shades, cellular shade, and solar screens by the Attachment Energy Rating Council (AERC).
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Dallas Abbott
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Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory
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Online textbook describing energy, including energy types, and energy use in homes.
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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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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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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)
Curcija Charlie,
et al.
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Organization(s)
Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory,
LBNL,
U.S. Department of Energy,
DOE
Description
Report describing a comprehensive analysis on energy savings from multiple types of shading devices in multiple climate zones.
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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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ENERGY STAR
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Organization(s)
ENERGY STAR,
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency,
EPA
Description
Webpage on the ENERGY STAR website that list products that exceed the ENERGY STAR minimum criteria for their category, with links to several product categories, including windows, HVAC, home appliances, and computer monitors.
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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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ENERGY STAR
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Organization(s)
ENERGY STAR,
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency,
EPA
Description
Website for finding rebates and special offers near you on ENERGY STAR certified products. Products that earn the ENERGY STAR label meet strict energy-efficiency specifications set by the U.S. EPA helping you save energy and money while protecting the environment.
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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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ENERGY STAR
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Organization(s)
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency,
EPA,
ENERGY STAR
Description
ENERGY STAR specifications for residential window, door and skylights, Version 6, effective January 1, 2015.
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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)
Peterson Joseph M,
et al.
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Organization(s)
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory,
PNNL
Description
Report describing the methods and results of a field evaluation of the energy performance of cellular shade window coverings.
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Author(s)
Farley Jene,
Ruch Russell
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Organization(s)
Partnership for Advanced Residential Retrofit,
PARR,
U.S. Department of Energy,
DOE
Description
Report exploring feasibility of designing prescriptive retrofit measure packages for typical Chicago region multifamily buildings in order to achieve 25% source energy savings.
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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)
Kunkle Rick,
et al.
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Organization(s)
Building America Partnership for Improved Residential Construction,
BA-PIRC,
U.S. Department of Energy,
DOE
Description
Research study documenting market-ready energy solutions to improve the efficiency of new affordable housing in the marine climate of Washington State.
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Author(s)
Parker Danny S,
Sherwin John S
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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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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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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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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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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)
Rothgeb Stacey
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Organization(s)
NorthernSTAR,
National Renewable Energy Laboratory,
NREL
Description
Expert meeting report aimed at a greater understanding of the windows research that Building America partners and national laboratories are engaged in to help professionals and consumers choose best practice strategies.
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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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Florida Solar Energy Center
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FSEC
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FSEC PDF guide on effective fan types and placement in the Southeast.
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Attachments Energy Rating Council
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AERC
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Webpage providing assistance with finding the AERC climate zone of particular locations to aid in selecting window attachment products.
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University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources
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UCANR,
University of California Cooperative Extension
Description
A report showing what happens when windows break as a result of temperature differences between the inside and outside of the home, as well as code standards for the State of California regarding window exposure to wildfires.
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Author(s)
Parker Danny S,
Sonne Jeffrey K,
Sherwin John S
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Florida Solar Energy Center,
FSEC
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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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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)
Low David K,
et al.
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Organization(s)
Federal Emergency Management Agency,
FEMA
Description
Report describing dry floodproofing technologies for non-residential buildings, including information about regulatory requirements, design considerations, and descriptions of floodproofing methods and equipment.
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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
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Website with information about ENERGY STAR criteria for geothermal heat pumps.
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Author(s)
Smith Joseph L,
Renfroe Nancy A
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Organization(s)
Whole Building Design Guide,
WBDG,
Applied Research Associates Inc.,
National Institute of Building Sciences,
NIBS
Description
Article describing the fundamentals and basics of glazing hazard mitigation practices for both new and existing buildings.
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Author(s)
Harris Chioke,
et al.
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Organization(s)
U.S. Department of Energy,
DOE
Description
Report focuseing on dynamic window and opaque envelope technologies for GEBs, including electrochromic glazing, automated attachments, and thermal storage.
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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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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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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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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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ENERGY STAR
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Organization(s)
ENERGY STAR
Description
A ENERGY STAR guide on efficient heating, ventilation and cooling systems in residential homes.