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Feineigle Mark
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Permaculture Research Institute
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Article describing earthship homes.
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Arbor Day Foundation
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Arbor Day Foundation
Description
Article describing quality of life and economic benefit from trees.
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Author(s)
Colon Carlos J,
Martin Eric,
Parker Danny S
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Building America Partnership for Improved Residential Construction,
BA-PIRC,
Florida Solar Energy Center,
FSEC
Description
Technical report evaluating the effects of heat pump water heaters on heating and cooling energy usage in laboratory homes.
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U.S. Department of Energy
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Organization(s)
DOE
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Webpage from U.S. Department of Energy describing using Earth-Sheltered home building techniques in hot climate zones.
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Efficient Window Coverings
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Organization(s)
Building Green,
U.S. Department of Energy,
DOE,
Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory,
LBNL
Description
Website sponsored by DOE to provide consumers with intelligent and unbiased guidance on the best window covering for your climate, your needs, and your windows.
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Author(s)
Morris Nathan B,
et al.
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Organization(s)
University of Sydney,
University of Copenhagen,
University of Montreal,
Monash University,
The Lancet Planetary Health,
The Lancet Group
Description
Study testing the effect of fan cooling on healthy adults at increased ambient temperatures.
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Carbon Leadership Forum
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CLF
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Webpage describing embodied carbon through definition, significance to climate, and importance to policymaking.
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U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
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EPA
Description
Website that lists references that can help you determine how to control you indoor air quality while combating an emergency.
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Weatherization Assistance Program
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Organization(s)
U.S. Department of Energy,
DOE
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Powerpoint on attic ventilation developed as training material for the Weatherization Assistance Program.
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Energy Saver
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Organization(s)
U.S. Department of Energy,
DOE
Description
Web page providing an overview of window coverings such as blinds, shades, shutters, films, and storm windows.
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Michigan State University Extension
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Organization(s)
Michigan State University Extension
Description
Fact sheet describing weatherstripping materials, types, expected life expectancy, installation requirements, and pros and cons.
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Author(s)
Gilbride Theresa L
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Organization(s)
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory,
PNNL
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Fact sheet poster describing the certification of window attachment products such as storm windows, roller shades, cellular shade, and solar screens by the Attachment Energy Rating Council (AERC).
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Author(s)
Dallas Abbott
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Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory
Description
Online textbook describing energy, including energy types, and energy use in homes.
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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)
Curcija Charlie,
et al.
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Organization(s)
Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory,
LBNL,
U.S. Department of Energy,
DOE
Description
Report describing a comprehensive analysis on energy savings from multiple types of shading devices in multiple climate zones.
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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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ENERGY STAR
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Organization(s)
ENERGY STAR,
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency,
EPA
Description
Webpage on the ENERGY STAR website that list products that exceed the ENERGY STAR minimum criteria for their category, with links to several product categories, including windows, HVAC, home appliances, and computer monitors.
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ENERGY STAR
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Organization(s)
ENERGY STAR,
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency,
EPA
Description
Website for finding rebates and special offers near you on ENERGY STAR certified products. Products that earn the ENERGY STAR label meet strict energy-efficiency specifications set by the U.S. EPA helping you save energy and money while protecting the environment.
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ENERGY STAR
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Organization(s)
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency,
EPA,
ENERGY STAR
Description
ENERGY STAR specifications for residential window, door and skylights, Version 6, effective January 1, 2015.
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U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
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Organization(s)
EPA
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Brochure providing information on the design of the EPA Region 8 headquarters in Denver, CO.
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Author(s)
Sullivan Greg P,
et al.
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Organization(s)
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory,
PNNL
Description
DOE-sponsored report describing the experimental setup and results of field studies on using interior cellular shading attachments to reduce solar heat gain in summer and reduce heat loss in winter.
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Author(s)
Peterson Joseph M,
et al.
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Organization(s)
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory,
PNNL
Description
Report describing the methods and results of a field evaluation of the energy performance of cellular shade window coverings.
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Author(s)
Farley Jene,
Ruch Russell
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Organization(s)
Partnership for Advanced Residential Retrofit,
PARR,
U.S. Department of Energy,
DOE
Description
Report exploring feasibility of designing prescriptive retrofit measure packages for typical Chicago region multifamily buildings in order to achieve 25% source energy savings.
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Author(s)
Cort Katherine A,
Hunt Walter E
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Organization(s)
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory,
PNNL
Description
DOE-sponsored report describing the experimental setup and results of field studies on using exterior fabric shading attachments to reduce solar heat gain, reduce glare, and improve comfort.
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Author(s)
Bhandari Mahabir,
et al.
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Organization(s)
Oak Ridge National Laboratory,
ORNL,
Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory,
LBNL
Description
DOE-sponsored report describing a study investigating the energy savings potential of cellular shades in homes.
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)
Kunkle Rick,
et al.
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Organization(s)
Building America Partnership for Improved Residential Construction,
BA-PIRC,
U.S. Department of Energy,
DOE
Description
Research study documenting market-ready energy solutions to improve the efficiency of new affordable housing in the marine climate of Washington State.
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Author(s)
Cort Katherine A,
et al.
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Organization(s)
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory,
PNNL
Description
DOE-sponsored report describing a study investigating condensation buildup on windows when using insulating shades.
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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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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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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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U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
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EPA
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Guidebook meant to provide public officials with information on excessive heat event.
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Rothgeb Stacey
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NorthernSTAR,
National Renewable Energy Laboratory,
NREL
Description
Expert meeting report aimed at a greater understanding of the windows research that Building America partners and national laboratories are engaged in to help professionals and consumers choose best practice strategies.
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Ready.gov
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Ready.gov,
U.S. Department of Homeland Security,
USDHS
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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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Lstiburek Joseph W
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Organization(s)
Building Science Corporation,
BSC
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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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Attachments Energy Rating Council
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AERC
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Webpage providing assistance with finding the AERC climate zone of particular locations to aid in selecting window attachment products.
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University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources
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UCANR,
University of California Cooperative Extension
Description
A report showing what happens when windows break as a result of temperature differences between the inside and outside of the home, as well as code standards for the State of California regarding window exposure to wildfires.
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Author(s)
Parker Danny S,
Sonne Jeffrey K,
Sherwin John S
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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)
Low David K,
et al.
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Organization(s)
Federal Emergency Management Agency,
FEMA
Description
Report describing dry floodproofing technologies for non-residential buildings, including information about regulatory requirements, design considerations, and descriptions of floodproofing methods and equipment.
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Author(s)
DeWalle David,
Heisler Gordon,
Jacobs Robert
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Northumberland County Conservation District,
Society of American Foresters
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Journal article describing energy impacts from shade trees and forests and solar heating and air infiltration.
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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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Georgia Department of Community Affairs
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Georgia Department of Community Affairs
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Document describing amendments to IECC 2015 to create the Georgia State Minimum Standard Energy Code.
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Author(s)
Smith Joseph L,
Renfroe Nancy A
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Whole Building Design Guide,
WBDG,
Applied Research Associates Inc.,
National Institute of Building Sciences,
NIBS
Description
Article describing the fundamentals and basics of glazing hazard mitigation practices for both new and existing buildings.
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Author(s)
Harris Chioke,
et al.
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Organization(s)
U.S. Department of Energy,
DOE
Description
Report focuseing on dynamic window and opaque envelope technologies for GEBs, including electrochromic glazing, automated attachments, and thermal storage.
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Author(s)
Peters Russell
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Organization(s)
Arborilogical Services Inc
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Article describing tree preservation during the construction process.
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U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
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EPA
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EPA webpage explaining the heat island effect and providing links to related content.
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Heat Island Group,
Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory
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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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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.