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Article introducing the FTC’s new EnergyGuide label, including estimates of annual energy usage.

A presentation describing the details of the ENERGY STAR Multifamily New Construction program requirements.

Website helping communities address coastal issues with data, tools, and training resources.

PDF file explaining the DOE's Zero Energy Ready Home National Requirements (Rev. 04).

Research project addressing low-cost options that reduce monthly energy costs and improve the quality of life by enhancing comfort levels in low-income homes.

Website providing a compilation of guidance, case studies, tools, and training to assist local communities as they are in the midst of managing recovery post-disaster.

Website describing the national flood insurance program and how to purchase flood insurance.

Webpage providing access to the training for building professionals to earn certification as FORTIFIED™ Home Evaluators and FORTIFIED-Wise credentials.

Article summarizing for potential homeowners items to check or demand from the builder in designing a home for a cold climate.

Case study describing Alachua County, Florida’s, green infrastructure strategy for land use development that incorporates rain gardens, ponds, swales, and native vegetation to manage stormwater.

Website explaining the LEED v4.1 program and providing a portal for those who want to investigate or start a LEED project.

Website describing the USRC, which "brings an unparalleled level of capability to the mission of improving community resilience in the built environment."

Report presenting results from whole-house monitoring efforts in hope that they may be useful for others moving towards zero energy homes.

Specification of criteria for lavatory faucets and faucet accessories under the U.S. EPA WaterSense Program.