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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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Suitability of foundation heat exchangers for ground source heat pump systems in European climates

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Author(s)
Cullin James R,
Spitler Jeffrey D,
Gehlin Signhild E A
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Organization(s)
Federation of European Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning Associations,
REHVA,
Oklahoma State University,
OSU,
Swedish Centre for Shallow Geothermal Energy
Description
A research paper discussing the use of foundation heat exchangers for ground source heat pump systems in European climates.

Thermal Bridges Redux, BSI-062

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Author(s)
Lstiburek Joseph
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Organization(s)
Building Science Corporation,
BSC
Description
Article describing thermal bridging, construction practices that encourage thermal bridging, and solving thermal bridging through continuous exterior insulation.

Troubleshooting Water Pressure and Flow

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Author(s)
City of Portland,
State of Oregon
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Organization(s)
City of Portland,
State of Oregon
Description
Guide addressing troubleshooting and frequently asked questions about water pressure.

Use of Connectors and Brackets, FEMA Technical Fact Sheet 4.3

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Author(s)
Federal Emergency Management Agency
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Organization(s)
FEMA
Description
Technical fact sheet highlighting important building connections and illustrating the proper use of various types of connection hardware; also published in FEMA P-499 “Home Builder’s Guide to Coastal Construction: Technical Fact Sheet Series.”

WaterSense - Product Search

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Author(s)
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency,
WaterSense
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Organization(s)
EPA,
WaterSense
Description
Website providing a searchable list of products that meet the EPA WaterSense criteria for water savings.

WaterSense Specification for Homes

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Author(s)
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency,
WaterSense
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Organization(s)
EPA,
WaterSense
Description
Webpage describing specification requirements including checklist that establishes the criteria for water-efficient homes under the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA's) WaterSense program.