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Building Science Corporation,
BSC
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Article describing strategies for reducing the risk of ice dam formation on roofs in winter.
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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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National Renewable Energy Laboratory
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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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Ply Gem Siding Group
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Siding installation guide for Ply Gem Siding Group products.
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DOE
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U.S. Department of Energy's website describing radiant barriers in homes.
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Florida Solar Energy Center
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The FPC Monitoring project has evaluated radiant barrier systems (RBS) as a new potential DSM program.
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Home Innovation Research Labs
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This TechNote provides an overview of building code requirements and best practices for flashing at window and door frames.