Library

Guidance from Zero Energy Project on construction techniques for warmer climates, such as home orientation, and insulation requirements.

Web page providing an overview of window coverings such as blinds, shades, shutters, films, and storm windows.

DOE-sponsored report describing a study investigating condensation buildup on windows when using insulating shades.

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.

Database from the National Fenestration Rating Council providing a directory of NFRC-certified window products searchable by manufacturer, product type, CPD number, or various NFRC label specifications.

Database of NFRC rated windows.

Standard/specification establishing requirements for fenestration products to be referenced by model codes.

ENERGY STAR webpage describing the benefits of storm windows and a link to a product list.

Webpage providing an ENERGY STAR climate zone map and criteria for ENERGY STAR storm windows per climate zone.

Web article providing information on how to reduce solar gains through windows.