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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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Builders and Buyers Handbook for Improving New Home Efficiency, Comfort, and Durability in the Hot-Dry and Mixed-Dry Climates, Volume 2

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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
Description
Document providing a resource to help builders large and small build high-quality, energy-efficient homes that achieve 30% energy savings in space conditioning and water heating in the hot-dry and mixed-dry climates.

Home Energy Guide - Techniques, Tactics, and Tips: Ice Dams

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Author(s)
Minnesota Department of Commerce Energy Information Center
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Organization(s)
Minnesota Department of Commerce
Description
Article describing the causes that form ice dams, as well as solutions for preventing future ice dams on roofs, focusing on air sealing to prevent hot air leakage.

Improving Recessed Lighting

Publication Date
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Author(s)
U.S. Department of Energy
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Organization(s)
DOE
Description
Report providing information about techniques and approaches to improve the efficiency of recessed lighting.