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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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ACCA Approved Software

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Author(s)
Air Conditioning Contractors of America
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Organization(s)
ACCA
Description
Webpage listing ACCA Manual J and D calculation software that is approved by ACCA.

Advanced HVAC Humidity Control for Hot-Humid Climates

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Author(s)
Mallay David
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Organization(s)
U.S. Department of Energy,
DOE
Description
The research report outlines a practical and cost-effective strategy utilizing central HVAC systems to optimize humidity control and ventilation in energy-efficient homes located in hot-humid climates, demonstrating significant improvements without requiring complex equipment upgrades.

Home Energy Saver

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Author(s)
Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory
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Organization(s)
LBNL
Description
Online calculator for estimating payback of adding additional insulation to your house.

HUD 2024 Housing Innovation Showcase Poster: Home Energy Score

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Author(s)
Charlie Holly
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Organization(s)
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory
Description
Factsheet describing how HEScore, a tool used for energy modeling, rates home energy performance based on physical assets and makes recommendations for improvement.

Quality Install Tool

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Author(s)
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory
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Organization(s)
PNNL
Description
Webpage describing the Quality Install Tool, an open-source web app designed to simplify, standardize, and expedite the creation of high-quality installation documentation for HVAC installations and efficiency upgrades.