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2009 edition of code establishing a baseline for the design and installation of fuel gas systems and gas fired appliances through performance requirements.

Article from the Sierra Club explaining 5 steps to take to ensure your home's resistance to wildfires, including site maintenance and roof construction guidelines.

Article describing seven reasons to mulch gardens.

Paper describing a proposed method for quantifying tree and vegetation evapotranspiration effects on city climate

ENERGY STAR clothes dryer buying guidance for consumers.

DOE's consumer information about energy and laundry.

Factsheet with information on energy efficient pool pumps.

An NFPA Standard that identifies a method for determining the minimum water supply necessary for structural fire-fighting purposes in areas where it has been determined that there is no water or inadequate water for fire fighting.

When it comes to protecting yourself and your family from foodborne illness, one of your most effective tools is the kitchen refrigerator.

This project analyzed combined condensing water heaters or boilers and hydronic air coils to provide high efficiency domestic hot water (DHW) and forced air space heating. Called "combi" systems, they provided similar space and water heating performance less expensively than installing two...

Paper describing case studies on urban vegetation and greenways and their impacts on city climate and building performance.