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U.S. Department of Energy
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Organization(s)
DOE
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Fact sheet describing research sponsored by DOE's Building America program to research the importance of attic air-sealing and best practice attic air-sealing techniques for new and existing homes.
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Author(s)
California Energy Commission
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Organization(s)
CEC
Description
Website providing information about the Title 24 building energy efficiency standards for the State of California and links to current and past standards including the 2025, 2022, 2019, and 2016 standards, etc.
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Author(s)
Building Science Corporation
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Organization(s)
BSC
Description
Document with the Quality Control Checklist developed as both a guide to assist in the transition to high performance home building, and as a simplified tool to be used as part of any builder's on-site quality control procedures.
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Author(s)
Gates Cathy
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Organization(s)
U.S. Department of Energy,
DOE
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Report describing findings from a multifamily test home focusing on the combination of energy measures that are feasible, affordable and suitable for multifamily construction in cold climates.
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Author(s)
U.S. Department of Energy
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Organization(s)
U.S. DOE
Description
Webpage describing how caulking is used, how to select the appropriate caulking, and how to apply caulking.
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Author(s)
University of Alaska
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Organization(s)
University of Alaska Institute of Agriculture,
Natural Resources,
and Extension
Description
Factsheet describing how caulking is used, how to select the appropriate caulking, and how to apply caulking.
Chamberlain Heights Redevelopment: A Large Scale, Cold Climate Study of Affordable Housing Retrofits
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Author(s)
Donnely K,
Mahale M
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Organization(s)
California Air Resources Board,
CARB,
Steven Winter Associates,
SWA,
National Renewable Energy Laboratory,
NREL
Description
Report about City of Meriden Housing Authority's (MHA) collaboration with Jonathon Rose Companies to complete a gut renovation of 126 residential units in the Chamberlain Heights retrofit project.
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Author(s)
Knox J R,
Widder Sarah H
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Organization(s)
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory,
PNNL
Description
Report recording the results of a field study conducted in a single historic home in Seattle, Washington, to document the performance of Indow Windows' interior storm window inserts.
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Author(s)
Brand Larry,
et al.
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Organization(s)
Partnership for Advanced Residential Retrofit,
PARR,
National Renewable Energy Laboratory,
NREL,
CNT Energy,
Gas Technology Institute,
GTI Energy
Description
Report identifying housing characteristics and energy use for fifteen single-family housing types and specifies measure packages that provide an optimum level of energy savings based on a BEopt analysis.
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Author(s)
ENERGY STAR
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Organization(s)
ENERGY STAR
Description
A simple three-step guide for homeowners who are looking to replace existing light bulbs with more energy-efficient, higher-performing bulbs.
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Author(s)
Jackson Don
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Organization(s)
Journal of Light Construction
Description
Document providing guidance about choosing the correct caulk for a project.
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Author(s)
Wright Graham S,
Klingenberg Katrin
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Organization(s)
U.S. Department of Energy,
DOE
Description
Report on improving passive design adoption rates.
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Author(s)
Tiefenbeck Verena,
Roth Kurt,
Engelmann P
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Organization(s)
Fraunhofer CSE,
National Renewable Energy Laboratory,
NREL,
U.S. Department of Energy,
DOE
Description
Report documenting the results of an in-depth evaluation of thermal comfort for two potential net zero-energy homes (NZEHs) in Massachusetts.
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Author(s)
Stecher Dave,
Imm C
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Organization(s)
Integrated Building and Construction Solutions,
IBACOS,
U.S. Department of Energy,
DOE
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Report about instrumentation and limited short-term testing completed on a retrofit unoccupied test house in Fresno, California.
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Author(s)
Parker Danny S,
Cummings Jamie E
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Organization(s)
Florida Solar Energy Center,
FSEC,
U.S. Department of Energy,
DOE
Description
Two hourly energy simulation software, BEopt and Energy Gauge USA, were compared to ensure accuracy and evaluate agreement on the impact of various energy efficiency improvements.
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Author(s)
Federal Trade Commission
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Organization(s)
FTC
Description
Article introducing the FTC’s new EnergyGuide label, including estimates of annual energy usage.
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Author(s)
Lstiburek Joseph W
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Organization(s)
Building Science Corporation,
BSC
Description
Report outlining how conditioned crawlspaces perform better than vented crawlspaces in terms of safety, health, comfort, durability and energy consumption.
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Author(s)
Consortium of Energy Efficiency Inc.
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Organization(s)
CEE
Description
Website for CEE, the US and Canadian consortium of natural gas and electric efficiency program administrators.
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Author(s)
Ojczyk Cindy
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Organization(s)
University of Minnesota,
U.S. Department of Energy,
DOE,
NothernSTAR
Description
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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Author(s)
University of Minnesota,
NorthernSTAR
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Organization(s)
NSTAR,
UMN
Description
This case study describes costs associated with the External Thermal and Moisture Management System developed by the NorthernSTAR Building America Partnership for retrofitting roofs with rigid foam over the roof deck, especially on one and a half-story homes.
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Author(s)
Hudson Rebecca,
Vijayakumar Gayathri
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Organization(s)
Steven Winter Associates,
U.S. Department of Energy and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
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A presentation describing the details of the ENERGY STAR Multifamily New Construction program requirements.
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Author(s)
Less Brennan,
Walker Iain S
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Organization(s)
Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory
Description
Part of a larger LBNL report (Deep Energy Retrofit Guidance for the Building America Solutions Center), the Lessons Learned chapter focuses on successful deep energy retrofit projects throughout the U.S.
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Author(s)
Lstiburek Joseph W
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Organization(s)
Building Science Corporation,
BSC
Description
Report covering exterior energy retrofits of masonry buildings.
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Author(s)
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
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Organization(s)
NOAA
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Website helping communities address coastal issues with data, tools, and training resources.
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Author(s)
RONA Inc.
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Organization(s)
RONA Inc.
Description
Webpage providing a step-by-step guide for replacing the exterior caulking on your home.
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Author(s)
U.S. Department of Energy
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Organization(s)
DOE
Description
Website listing implementation timelines and links to various versions of the DOE Zero Energy Ready Home national program requirements.
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Author(s)
U.S. Department of Energy
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Organization(s)
DOE
Description
PDF file explaining the DOE's Zero Energy Ready Home National Requirements (Rev. 04).
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Author(s)
Zero Energy Ready Home,
U.S. Department of Energy
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Organization(s)
ZERH,
DOE
Description
Checklist describing solar water heating recommendations per the DOE Zero Energy Ready Home program.
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Author(s)
Gilbride Theresa L
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Organization(s)
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory,
PNNL
Description
Fact sheet poster describing benefits and qualification of U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) certified Zero Energy Ready Homes and providing eight examples of certified homes.
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Author(s)
North American Insulation Manufacturers Association
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Organization(s)
NAIMA
Description
Information sheet with HVAC duct insulation, testing, maintenance and performance information.
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Author(s)
Chan Wanyu R,
Walker Iain S,
Sherman Max H
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Organization(s)
Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory,
LBNL,
U.S. Department of Energy,
DOE
Description
Report on how airtighness changes as houses age.
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Author(s)
Home Innovation Research Labs
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Organization(s)
HIRL
Description
Technical report describing design and construction methodologies for durable balconies and decks, focusing on proper sloping, flashing, drainage, and ventilation to mitigate moisture-related issues.
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Author(s)
ADM Associates,
et al.
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Organization(s)
CEC,
LBNL,
FSEC
Description
Research project addressing low-cost options that reduce monthly energy costs and improve the quality of life by enhancing comfort levels in low-income homes.
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Author(s)
ENERGY STAR
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Organization(s)
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency,
EPA,
ENERGY STAR
Description
Website describing the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's ENERGY STAR New Homes and Apartments program with links to builder and homeowner resources.
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Author(s)
Michigan State University Extension
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Organization(s)
Michigan State University Extension
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Fact sheet describing weatherstripping materials, types, expected life expectancy, installation requirements, and pros and cons.
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Author(s)
ENERGY STAR
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Organization(s)
ENERGY STAR
Description
A FAQ explaining the purpose of the Energy Independence and Security Act, a law which sets energy efficiency standards for lightbulbs.
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Author(s)
Gilbride Theresa L
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Organization(s)
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory,
PNNL
Description
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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Organization(s)
Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory
Description
Online textbook describing energy, including energy types, and energy use in homes.
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Author(s)
Martin Eric,
Sutherland Karen,
McIlvaine Janet E R
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Organization(s)
Building America Partnership for Improved Residential Construction,
BA-PIRC,
Florida Solar Energy Center,
FSEC
Description
Research study examining efficiency retrofit opportunities, typical renovation practices, and pathways for achieving U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) goals for existing homes in Florida.
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Author(s)
Casey Sean,
Booten Chuck
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Organization(s)
National Renewable Energy Laboratory,
NREL,
U.S. Department of Energy,
DOE
Description
Document presenting a simple starting point to determine the most cost-effective Energy Savings Measure Packages (ESMP) for existing homes to achieve 15% and 30% savings in 37 locations across the United States.
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Author(s)
ENERGY STAR
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Organization(s)
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Description
ENERGY STAR factsheet describing the HVAC Quality Installation Program
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Author(s)
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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Author(s)
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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Author(s)
ENERGY STAR
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Organization(s)
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency,
EPA
Description
Website showing compliance timelines for various versions of the ENERGY STAR Multi-Family New Construciton program requirements with links to national program requirements documents and checklists.
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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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Webpage with links to documents providing the program requirements and checklists for ENERGY STAR Certified Multifamily Homes, national and regional program requirements.
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Author(s)
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
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Organization(s)
EPA
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Webpage with links to documents providing the program requirements and checklists for ENERGY STAR Certified Single-Family New Homes.
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Author(s)
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
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Organization(s)
EPA
Description
Archived 2014 EPA newsroom release describing new EnergyStar standards for clothes dryers.
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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)
Gates Cathy,
Neuhauser Ken
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Organization(s)
Building Science Corporation,
BSC,
U.S. Department of Energy,
DOE
Description
Report summarizing post-retrofit results for 13 existing homes in a deep energy retrofit pilot program.
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Author(s)
Berman Mark,
Smith Pepper,
Porse Erik
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Organization(s)
Alliance for Residential Building Innovation,
ARBI,
Davis Energy Group
Description
Report evaluating opportunities to improve and streamline delivery of residential retrofit measures.