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National Association of Home Builders
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Organization(s)
NAHB,
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development,
HUD,
Office of Policy Development and Research,
PDR
Description
Article from NAHB research center describing home building techniques for homes in hot climate zones.
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Author(s)
Pandit Ram,
Laband David
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Organization(s)
University of Western Australia,
Auburn University
Description
Paper describing the effects of tree shade on residential electricity consumption and energy savings in summer and winter.
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Author(s)
Fernandez Nick,
et al.
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Organization(s)
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory,
PNNL,
U.S. Department of Energy,
DOE
Description
Technical report evaluating the energy savings potential of radiative cooling technologies, particularly photonic 'selective emittance' materials.
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U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
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Organization(s)
EPA
Description
Brochure providing information on the design of the EPA Region 8 headquarters in Denver, CO.
Evaluation of Mini-Split Heat Pumps as Supplemental and Full System Retrofits in a Hot Humid Climate
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Author(s)
Sutherland Karen,
Martin Eric,
Parker Danny S
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Organization(s)
American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy,
ACEEE
Description
Technical report presenting the results of an evaluation of homes using high-efficiency mini-split heat pumps to supplement the primary heating and cooling systems.
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Author(s)
U.S. Department of Energy
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Organization(s)
DOE
Description
Webpage providing tips for installing and maintaining an evaporative cooler.
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Author(s)
U.S. Department of Energy
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Organization(s)
DOE
Description
A webpage by the DOE on tips for saving energy with an evaporative cooler.
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Author(s)
Water Science School
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Organization(s)
U.S. Geological Survey,
USGS
Description
Image of design wet bulb temperatures in the U.S. and where evaporative cooling is most appropriate.
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Author(s)
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
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Organization(s)
EPA
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Guidebook meant to provide public officials with information on excessive heat event.
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Author(s)
Ready.gov
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Organization(s)
Ready.gov,
U.S. Department of Homeland Security,
USDHS
Description
Webpage from Ready.gov explaining what qualifies as 'extreme heat', how to be safe during an extreme heat event, and how to prepare for extreme heat in homes
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Author(s)
Lstiburek Joseph W
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Organization(s)
Building Science Corporation,
BSC
Description
Article from Building Science Corporation on construction techniques for extreme heat conditions in Dubai and Las Vegas.
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Author(s)
Rilatupa James
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Organization(s)
Sriwijaya International Conference on Science Engineering and Technology,
Tarumanagara University,
Christian University of Indonesia,
Electrochemical Society,
ECS
Description
Technical report describing the impact of orientation on thermal comfort.
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Author(s)
Parker Danny S,
Sonne Jeffrey K,
Sherwin John S
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Organization(s)
Florida Solar Energy Center,
FSEC
Description
Study reporting the results of comparative testing of the effect of various roof types on cooling energy performance in a test facility.
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Author(s)
Lstiburek Joseph W
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Organization(s)
Building Science Corporation,
BSC
Description
Article discussing flow-through assemblies of walls.
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Author(s)
DeWalle David,
Heisler Gordon,
Jacobs Robert
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Organization(s)
Northumberland County Conservation District,
Society of American Foresters
Description
Journal article describing energy impacts from shade trees and forests and solar heating and air infiltration.
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Author(s)
U.S. Global Change Research Program
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Organization(s)
USGCRP
Description
Report analyzing the effect of global climate change on national interests, and providing climate predictions.
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Author(s)
Georgia Department of Community Affairs
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Organization(s)
Georgia Department of Community Affairs
Description
Document describing amendments to IECC 2015 to create the Georgia State Minimum Standard Energy Code.
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Author(s)
Peters Russell
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Organization(s)
Arborilogical Services Inc
Description
Article describing tree preservation during the construction process.
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Author(s)
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
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Organization(s)
EPA
Description
EPA webpage explaining the heat island effect and providing links to related content.
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Author(s)
Heat Island Group,
Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory
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Organization(s)
LBNL
Description
LBNL webpage introducing heat island effect and cool materials concepts, and providing links to LBNL pages explaining cool pavements, cool roofs, and cool walls.
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Author(s)
Heat Island Group,
Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory
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Organization(s)
LBNL
Description
LBNL webpage providing resources and tools related to cool technologies, including the SRI calculator and the DOE Cool Roof Calculator.
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Author(s)
National Integrated Heat Health Information System,
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
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Organization(s)
NOAA,
NIHHIS
Description
Federal webpage providing information regarding extreme heat and health for the United States.
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Author(s)
Hoeschele Marc,
et al.
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Organization(s)
Alliance for Residential Building Innovation,
ARBI,
Davis Energy Group,
National Renewable Energy Laboratory,
NREL,
U.S. Department of Energy,
DOE
Description
Article from NREL on wall construction guidelines for homes in hot climate zones.
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Author(s)
U.S. Department of Energy
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Organization(s)
DOE
Description
Factsheet profiling a simple modification that can be made to window air-conditioners to improve their energy efficiency.
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Author(s)
Goldberg Louise F,
Mosiman Garrett
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Organization(s)
NorthernSTAR,
NSTAR,
University of Minnesota,
UMN
Description
Report assessing slab-on-grade foundation insulation energy savings.
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Author(s)
Energy Saver
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Organization(s)
U.S. Department of Energy,
DOE
Description
Website providing information on low-energy and standard cooling systems, with a focus on saving energy.
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Author(s)
Corvidae Jacob,
Ayyagari Sheha
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Organization(s)
Rocky Mountain Institute,
RMI
Description
Article from RMI on how climate change is leading to an increase in critical extreme heat hours and what smart building strategies can be taken to mitigate some of these effects including paint color and insulation.
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Author(s)
Milbrand Lisa
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Organization(s)
Real Simple
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Author(s)
Kaplan Sarah
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Organization(s)
Washington Post
Description
Article from Washington Post on passive cooling measures for homes during extreme heat.
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Author(s)
Williams Jeremy
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Organization(s)
The Earthbound Report
Description
Article from The Earthbound Report on passive cooling design strategies for homes located in hot climates.
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Author(s)
Theresa Gilbride,
Kaltreider Christian E
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Organization(s)
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory
Description
Factsheet describing tips for building or renovating with a focus on disaster resistance.
HUD 2024 Housing Innovation Showcase Poster: Window Attachments Keep out the Heat
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Author(s)
Katherine Cort,
Theresa Gilbride
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Organization(s)
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory
Description
Factsheet outlining how window attachments like cellular shades, roller shades, storm windows with low-emissivity coatings, and solar screens are low-cost steps that can be implemented to keep homes cool in the summer.
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Author(s)
Aynsley Richard
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Organization(s)
Big Ass Fans,
HPAC Engineering
Description
Article describing how air speed affects thermal comfort and how fans can provide energy savings.
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Author(s)
Rempel Alexandra,
et al.
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Organization(s)
Applied Energy,
National Science Foundation,
NSF
Description
Study using simulations to understand the impact that shading and natural ventilation would have had on the survivability of non-air-conditioned buildings during the 2021 heat wave in the Pacific Northwest.
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Author(s)
Kang Bhujon,
Lutz-Carillo Sky
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Organization(s)
University of Texas
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Report detailing natural ventilation and passive airflow systems.
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Author(s)
Knowles III Hal S,
et al.
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Organization(s)
University of Florida IFAS Extension
Description
This document covers how broken windows can allow wind and rain inside the house and even lead to roof failure.
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Author(s)
Otterbein Roy
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Organization(s)
U.S. Department of Energy,
DOE
Description
Article describing what evaporative coolers are, how they work, different types, performance, where they are appropriate, and how to install and maintain them.
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Author(s)
Lstiburek Joseph W
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Organization(s)
Building Science Corporation,
BSC
Description
Report covering reservoir claddings, back ventilation and vapor throttles.
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Author(s)
National Center for Environmental Health,
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
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Organization(s)
NCEH,
CDC
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Web page describing how to identify heat-related illness and how to prevent it.
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Author(s)
Kyle Mittan
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Organization(s)
University of Arizona
Description
Article from University of Arizona on keeping homes cool during extreme heat, both personal and system changes.
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Author(s)
Parker John H
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Organization(s)
Florida International University,
Society of American Foresters
Description
Paper describing vegetation impacts on cooling load for buildings.
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Author(s)
Abrams Donald
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Organization(s)
Van Nostrand Reinhold
Description
Book detailing passive cooling methods including airflow methods, evaporative cooling, and earth cooling.
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Author(s)
National Renewable Energy Laboratory,
U.S. Department of Energy
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Organization(s)
NREL,
DOE
Description
News article describing the state of the residential battery storage market.
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Author(s)
Huang Yu Joe,
et al.
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Organization(s)
Florida Solar Energy Center,
FSEC,
Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory,
LBNL
Description
Study investigating measured cooling energy savings in homes across the U.S. from the installation of roofing with higher solar reflectance.
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Author(s)
Parker Danny S
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Organization(s)
Florida Solar Energy Center,
FSEC,
University of Central Florida,
UCF
Description
Study investigating measured cooling energy savings from the installation of wall finishes with higher solar reflectance.
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Author(s)
Sonne Jeffrey K,
Parker Danny S,
Barkaszi Stephen F
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Organization(s)
Florida Solar Energy Center,
FSEC
Description
Paper describing energy savings in space cooling from shading condenser units.
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Author(s)
Brunger Alfred,
Harrison Stephen,
Dubrous Francois M
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Organization(s)
American Society of Heating,
Refrigerating,
American Society of Heating Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers,
ASHRAE
Description
Technical article presenting the results of an analysis on the effect of insect screens on window solar heat gain coefficients and U-values.
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Author(s)
Federal Emergency Management Agency
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Organization(s)
FEMA
Description
FEMA report describing findings from an investigation of Hurricane Ike in Texas and Louisiana and residential construction recommendations based on those findings.
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Author(s)
Lstiburek Joseph W
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Organization(s)
Building Science Corporation,
BSC,
U.S. Department of Energy,
DOE
Description
Report providing extensive guidance on controlling moisture in building envelopes through proper selection and installation on air, water, thermal, and vapor barriers.
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Author(s)
Energy Saver
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Organization(s)
U.S. Department of Energy,
DOE
Description
DOE Energy Saver webpage providing a brief summary of natural ventilation for houses.