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Report on problems and solutions with EIFS stucco wall cladding systems.

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.

Guide providing information on using exterior foam insulating sheathing in building wall assemblies to enhance thermal performance.

Report providing an introduction to current photovoltaic and solar thermal building practices.

Best Practices document providing an introduction to current photovoltaic and solar thermal building practices.

Standard supporting indoor air quality performance by producers, purchasers and policy makers to improve the environmental performance of products and services.

Report discussing the benefits of modern evaporative cooling systems for use in hot dry climate zones.

Report from FEMA describing techniques for floodproofing structures.

A field guide with residential construction best practices.

Report reviewing unvented roof assemblies, such as conditioned attics and unvented cathedral ceilings that are becoming common in North American construction.

Document providing guidance on water management concepts and applications for residential buildings.

Article about one way to deal with the cold-water surprise effect of tankless water heaters.