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Explore this extensive library of building science guidance including research reports from DOE’s Building America program as well as hundreds of other articles, fact sheets, webpages, and reference documents related to constructing and renovating homes.

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Evaluation of Interior Cellular Shades in a Residential Building

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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.

Install Window Shutters

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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.

Keeping Homes and Cities Cool in Extreme Heat

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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.

Selection Process for Replacement Windows

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Author(s)
Efficient Windows Collaborative
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Organization(s)
National Fenestration Rating Council,
NFRC
Description
Step-by-step guide demonstrating replacement window selection process.

What Makes it Energy Star? Performance Criteria

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Author(s)
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
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Organization(s)
EPA
Description
Information sheet outlining the criteria for ENERGY STAR qualified, windows, doors, and skylights.

Windows & Skylights Tax Credit

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Author(s)
ENERGY STAR
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Organization(s)
ENERGY STAR
Description
Tax credit for ENERGY STAR certified windows, doors and skylights.