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Consortium of Energy Efficiency Inc.
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Organization(s)
CEE
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Document for customers describing the benefits of two-system controls for homes, including information answering how, when, why, and how two-system controls with multiple heating sources are employed.
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National Association of Home Builders Research Center,
et al.
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NAHB Research Center,
DOE,
GBA,
ORNL,
EPA
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Document presenting step-by-step process for installing rigid insulating sheathing over wood studs or house wrap.
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Author(s)
Ojczyk Cindy
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Organization(s)
University of Minnesota,
U.S. Department of Energy,
DOE,
NothernSTAR
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Report exploring alternative methods to find long-term solutions to energy loss in 1 ½-story homes to save energy, improve comfort, prevent frost buildup on the underside of the roof deck, and reduce the risk of ice dam formation/reformation.
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Air-Conditioning Heating and Refrigeration Institute
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AHRI
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Online database with efficiency information about residential HVAC systems and commercial refrigeration equipment.
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Author(s)
Spirko Jack
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Permaculture Research Institute
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Article describing the difference between swales and hugels (berms used to create soil from woody debris).
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Author(s)
Walker Iain S,
Turner William JN
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Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory,
LBNL
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This study evaluates the energy, humidity and indoor air quality implications of residential ventilation cooling in all US IECC climate zones.
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Author(s)
Baechler Michael C,
et al.
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Organization(s)
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory,
PNNL,
Oak Ridge National Laboratory,
ORNL,
U.S. Department of Energy,
DOE
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Document providing descriptions of the many insulation options available to homeowners, along with guidance on where, when, and how to install insulation throughout your house.
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Author(s)
Dallas Abbott
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Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory
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Online textbook describing energy, including energy types, and energy use in homes.
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U.S. Department of Energy
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Organization(s)
DOE
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Website with consumer information about residential heat pump systems.
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Author(s)
Energy Saver
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Organization(s)
U.S. Department of Energy,
DOE
Description
Article by Energy Saver on how to save energy with your thermostat.
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Author(s)
U.S. Department of Energy
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Organization(s)
DOE
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Online reference containing general information about geothermal heat pumps.
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ENERGY STAR
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Organization(s)
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency,
EPA,
ENERGY STAR
Description
A list of clothes dryers that made the EnergyStar Most Efficient list for 2021, delivering cutting technological innovation along with energy efficiency.
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ENERGY STAR
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Organization(s)
ENERGY STAR
Description
Program criteria for central air conditioner and heat pump equipment.
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Author(s)
ENERGY STAR
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Organization(s)
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency,
EPA,
ENERGY STAR
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Factsheet describing mini split heat pumps and their benefits for consumers.
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Author(s)
Building Science Corporation
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Organization(s)
BSC
Description
Information sheet briefly summarizing double stud with spray foam wall construction including the advantages and disadvantages of this construction strategy.
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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)
Cort Katherine A,
Hunt Walter E
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Organization(s)
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory,
PNNL
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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.
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Author(s)
Cort Katherine A,
et al.
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Organization(s)
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory,
PNNL
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DOE-sponsored report describing a study investigating condensation buildup on windows when using insulating shades.
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Author(s)
Rudd Armin,
et al.
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Organization(s)
Building Science Corporation,
BSC,
National Renewable Energy Laboratory,
NREL,
U.S. Department of Energy,
DOE
Description
Expert meeting describing meeting details for recommendations for applying water heaters in combination space and domestic water heating systems.
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Author(s)
Parker Danny S
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Organization(s)
Florida Solar Energy Center,
FSEC
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Report comparing a high-performance house with a code-built control home.
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Author(s)
Williamson Jim,
Aldrich Robb
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Organization(s)
Consortium for Advanced Residential Buildings,
CARB,
Steven Winter Associates,
SWA
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Report on field monitoring of inverter-driven ASHPs in cold-climate homes.
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Author(s)
Springer David,
Harrington Curtis
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Organization(s)
National Renewable Energy Laboratory,
NREL
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Report presenting the results from several demonstrations of a new method for sealing building envelop air leaks.
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Author(s)
Parker Danny S,
et al.
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Organization(s)
Building America Partnership for Improved Residential Construction,
BA-PIRC,
National Renewable Energy Laboratory,
NREL,
Florida Solar Energy Center,
FSEC
Description
Research report assessing the moisture and cooling load impacts of airtightness and mechanical ventilation in homes in hot-humid climates.
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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)
Lstiburek Joseph W
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Organization(s)
Building Science Corporation,
BSC
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Journal article describing lessons learned from updating a 16-year-old deep-energy retrofit.
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Insurance Institute for Business and Home Safety
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IBHS
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Website providing resources for roofers to construct high-wind, hurricane, and hail-resistant roofs from IBHS Fortified program.
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Author(s)
Spitler Jeffrey D,
et al.
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Organization(s)
Oklahoma State University,
OSU,
De Montfort University,
DMU,
Oak Ridge National Laboratory,
ORNL
Description
Report describing a project aimed at developing validated models and design tools for foundation heat exchangers.
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Author(s)
Parker Danny S
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Organization(s)
Florida Solar Energy Center,
FSEC
Description
The FPC Monitoring project has evaluated radiant barrier systems (RBS) as a new potential DSM program.
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Author(s)
Health Canada,
Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation
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Organization(s)
CMHC,
Environment Canada
Description
Results from a research program testing airtightness, implications of air leakage and contaminant reduction over the garage-to-house interface.
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Author(s)
Hughes Patrick J
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Organization(s)
Oak Ridge National Laboratory,
ORNL,
U.S. Department of Energy,
DOE
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Report investigating the status of the geothermal heat pump (GHP) industry and technology in the United States, assembling GHP energy savings potential, identifying key barriers to application of GHPs, and identifying actions that could accelerate adoption of GHPs.
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Author(s)
Seth Masia
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American Solar Energy Society,
ASES
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Website article discussing the economics of ground source heat pumps.
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Northeast Energy Efficiency Partnerships
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Organization(s)
NEEP
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Factsheet describing how to install air source heat pumps for residential heating and cooling in cold climates.
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Northeast Energy Efficiency Partnerships
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Organization(s)
NEEP
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Factsheet describing how to install air source heat pumps for residential heating and cooling in cold climates.
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Northeast Energy Efficiency Partnerships
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Organization(s)
NEEP
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Guide by the Northeast Energy Efficiency Partnerships on how to size heat pumps in a cold climate.
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ENERGY STAR
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Organization(s)
ENERGY STAR
Description
A ENERGY STAR guide on efficient heating, ventilation and cooling systems in residential homes.
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Ecotope,
Northwest Energy Efficiency Alliance
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Organization(s)
Ecotope,
NEEA
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Report describing the significant potential for energy use reductions through heat pump water heaters, which have been a crucial part of Northwest power plans for decades and have recently achieved substantial savings with new integrated models and climate specifications.
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Town of Concord Massachusetts
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Town of Concord Massachusetts
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Webpage providing basic information on various types of heat pumps and their applications in Massachusetts.
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Natural Resources Canada
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Organization(s)
Natural Resources Canada
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Report providing information for HVAC designers, installers, and consumers about air source heat pumps.
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Steven Winter Associates,
Consortium for Advanced Residential Buildings
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Organization(s)
CARB,
SWA
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Information sheet about air barriers.
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Author(s)
Lstiburek Joseph
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Organization(s)
Building Science Corporation,
BSC
Description
Article describing the stack effect in buildings.
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Author(s)
Gifford Henry
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Organization(s)
American Boiler Manufacturers Association
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Article describing how to use radiator inlet orifices optimize two-pipe steam heating systems.
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Author(s)
Edward Louie,
Theresa Gilbride
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Organization(s)
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory
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Factsheet outlining the advantages of using heat pumps, which are an efficient way to heat and cool a home.
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Author(s)
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory,
U.S. Department of Energy
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Organization(s)
PNNL,
DOE
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Webpage providing curriculum with links to presentations and problem sets for teaching an understanding of sizing cold climate heat pumps.
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Author(s)
Lstiburek Joseph W
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Organization(s)
Building Science Corporation
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Paper providing a comprehensive overview of HVAC system design considerations and challenges specific to multifamily residential buildings, focusing on optimizing performance and addressing common issues.
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Author(s)
Raymer Paul H,
Moyer Neil
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Organization(s)
Tamarack Technologies,
Florida Solar Energy Center,
FSEC
Description
Correcting pressure imbalances in your HVAC system can result in a healthier, more efficient home.
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Author(s)
Davis Bruce,
Dastur Cyrus,
Warren William E
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Organization(s)
Oak Ridge National Laboratory,
ORNL,
Advanced Energy,
U.S. Department of Energy,
DOE
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Report outlining results from a 2005 hygrothermal pilot study in the South.
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Author(s)
Widder Sarah H,
et al.
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Organization(s)
Northwest Energy Efficiency Alliance,
NEEA,
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory,
PNNL
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Report describing the objective evaluation of space conditioning interactions between heat pump water heaters and home heating systems during winter 2016-2017, revealing a smaller than anticipated impact on space conditioning loads.
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University of Georgia Cooperative Extension Colleges of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences & Family and Consumer Sciences
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Organization(s)
University of Georgia
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Webpage describing how to conserve heat or find alternative heat sources during a power outage to keep one room warm.
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BetterBuilt Northwest,
Northwest Energy Efficiency Alliance
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Organization(s)
BetterBuiltNW,
NEEA
Description
Web article describing two options for sizing ductless minisplit heat pumps, including a free HVAC sizing tool.