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Comparison of the ENERGYGAUGE USA and BEopt Building Energy Simulation Programs

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Author(s)
Parker Danny S,
Cummings Jamie E
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Organization(s)
Florida Solar Energy Center,
FSEC,
U.S. Department of Energy,
DOE
Description
Two hourly energy simulation software, BEopt and Energy Gauge USA, were compared to ensure accuracy and evaluate agreement on the impact of various energy efficiency improvements.

Is There a Downside to High-MERV Filters?

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Author(s)
Springer David
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Organization(s)
Home Energy Magazine
Description
Information sheet about efficiency and health benefits of MERV filters.

What's Wrong with My Home? The Simple Answer May Be...You

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Author(s)
Puttagunta Srikanth
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Organization(s)
CARB,
Steven Winter Associates,
SWA
Description
Information sheet discussing the differences between homeowner energy consumption trends in highly efficient homes.