Library

Article describing recessed lighting, which if installed incorrectly may contribute to air leakage and compromise building envelope efficiency.

Report describing approaches to insulating basements in homes built to meet Energy Star levels of performance of heat loss reduction.

Case study characterizing the framing factors for the exterior walls, ceilings, and floors of 180 wood-framed low-rise residential buildings across the United States.

This study focuses on the design, construction, and performance of the interior chase approach as implemented by five different builders in Texas, North Carolina, and Florida.

Article from NAHB research center describing home building techniques for homes in hot climate zones.

Provides consumers with general information on solar water heating systems and how to select a contractor.

Report discussing the potential energy savings of new high-efficiency downlights, and the results of product testing to date.

Article describing how to use radiator inlet orifices optimize two-pipe steam heating systems.

Report aiming to "de-mystify" technology and economic considerations of residential PV systems.

High-density sidewall cavity insulation can be a major comfort and savings boost. It saves energy by slowing both conductive and convective losses, but only if the right things are done and done right. This always requires site-specific thinking.

Document summarizing the various papers on unvented conditioned cathedralized attics found on BSC's website.