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2009 edition of code establishing a baseline for existing building retrofits to reach appropriate safety levels under new construction requirements covered in other ICC codes.

Guide providing information for homeowners and renters on how to clean up residential mold problems and how to prevent mold growth.

The exhaust from residential combustion appliances contains air pollutants and high levels of moisture that must be conveyed to the outdoors to maintain acceptable indoor quality.

Website with consumer and contractor information about building codes and regulations for solar water heating systems.

Information sheet discussing the properties and benefits of insulating concrete forms.

Online database with efficiency information about residential HVAC systems and commercial refrigeration equipment.

Online reference containing general information about geothermal heat pumps.

Comprehensive design guide describing the benefits and details of retrofit methods for buildings and equipment in flood-prone areas. Estimated costs are outdated due to publication date.

Research study evaluating the dynamic heat transmission characteristics through two identical Insulating Concrete Form (ICF) wall assemblies in Ottawa, Canada.

Journal article describing lessons learned from updating a 16-year-old deep-energy retrofit.

Website with information about ENERGY STAR criteria for geothermal heat pumps.

Guide providing detailed selection and installation instructions for heat pump water heaters.

Web article about solar site assessment.

Blog entry describing methods for insulating basement walls on the interior or exterior.

Website blog with guidance about calculating heat-loss.

Fact sheet describing principles of insulating steam distribution and condensate return lines as an effective way to prevent energy loss.

Book with indepth information about hydronic systems for residential and commercial buildings.

Online course describing mold and mold remediation for environmental and public health professionals.

This Photovoltaic (PV) Installer Resource Guide is an informational resource covering basic requirements for PV installations intended for individuals pursuing the Photovoltaic Installer Certification credential offered by the North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners (NABCEP).

Report providing detailed steps for builders, architects, and property managers to take for integrated pest management for control of a variety of pests including insects, rodents, and birds.

IECC code note explaining new fan efficacy requirements, along with how to determine which fans are affected by the new fan requirements.

A guide on how to anchor fuel tanks to avoid damage from flooding and seismic events to the home by using straps and solid concrete slabs.

Report providing retrofit measures intended to significantly reduce damage and increase occupant safety for existing buildings.

Website with consumer information about duct cleaning.

Information for properly sizing gas lines for use with tankless water heaters and other gas appliances.

Standard covering minimum required health and safety diagnostics and specifications for BPI's Building Analyst Professional certification.

Manual showing how to properly use grass swales to manage excess water runoff.