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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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Central Heat Pump Water Heater Design Guide

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Author(s)
Ecotope
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Organization(s)
Energy Trust of Oregon
Description
Design guide providing solutions and tools for designing central heat pump water heater systems in multifamily and other commercial buildings.

Preparing for the Worst: DOE’s Building America Solution Center Disaster Resistance Tool

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Author(s)
Gilbride Theresa L
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Organization(s)
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory,
PNNL
Description
Fact sheet poster describing an online tool offered within the Building America Solution Center which provides construction guidance for builders and contractors in building and renovating homes to be more resistant to natural disasters such as hurricanes, flooding, earthquakes and wildfires, etc.

Thin Triple-Pane Windows: Coming Soon to a Hardware Store Near You!

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Author(s)
Gilbride Theresa L
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Organization(s)
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory,
PNNL
Description
Fact sheet poster describing the energy efficiency and comfort benefits of thin triple-pane windows as compared to standard triple-pane and double-pane windows.

Window Attachments Offer Added Savings

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Author(s)
Gilbride Theresa L
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Organization(s)
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory,
PNNL
Description
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.