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FEMA
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Information sheet from FEMA on preparation for extreme heat, including measures for keeping homes cool.
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City of Davis California
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Article describing the use of whole-house fans to provide cooling in the region surrounding Sacramento, CA.
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LBNL
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Tool developed by LBNL to calculate potential savings from increasing wall and roof solar reflectance.
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U.S. Global Change Research Program
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Report analyzing the effect of global climate change on national interests, and providing climate predictions.
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The Earthbound Report
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Article from The Earthbound Report on passive cooling design strategies for homes located in hot climates.
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Purdue University
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Blog article describing considerations for how to use trees for shading to reduce cooling energy demand.
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Town of Clarkdale
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Presentation on sustainable development including water conservation, passive solar, daylighting, natural ventilation, and land use.