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Explore this extensive library of building science guidance including research reports from DOE’s Building America program as well as hundreds of other articles, fact sheets, webpages, and reference documents related to constructing and renovating homes.

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Design and Construction of Interior Duct System

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Author(s)
McIlvaine Janet E R,
Beal David,
Fairey Philip W
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Organization(s)
Florida Solar Energy Center,
FSEC
Description
This study focuses on the design, construction, and performance of the interior chase approach as implemented by five different builders in Texas, North Carolina, and Florida.

PV Primer, BA-0212

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Author(s)
Building Science Corporation
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Organization(s)
BSC
Description
Report aiming to "de-mystify" technology and economic considerations of residential PV systems.

Washington State Residential Ventilation and Indoor Air Quality Code (VIAQ): Whole House Ventilation Systems Field Research Report

Publication Date
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Author(s)
Devine John,
et al.
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Organization(s)
Washington State University Extension Energy Program,
WSU Extension Energy Program,
American Council for an Energy Efficient Economy,
ACEEE,
U.S. Department of Energy,
DOE
Description
Report describing a field study of 31 homes to test envelope and duct leakage and fan flowrates, and to determine ventilation operation characteristics.