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Federal Emergency Management Agency
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FEMA
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Fact sheet providing an overview of the FEMA document Wind Retrofit Guide for Residential Buildings.
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U.S. Energy Information Administration
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EIA
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Federal statistics about national energy consumption in residential homes.
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U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
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EPA
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Guide providing information for homeowners and renters on how to clean up residential mold problems and how to prevent mold growth.
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Lstiburek Joseph W
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Building Science Corporation,
BSC
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Article describing methods for venting a vented attic and a roof assembly over an unvented attic.
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Author(s)
Kerby Jessica,
Tarekegne Bethel
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Pacific Northwest National Laboratory,
PNNL
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Article describing utility rates, net metering policies, installation costs, financial incentives, and other info for both consumers who are interested in installing renewable energy systems and for energy justice and clean energy advocates.
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ENERGY STAR
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U.S. Environmental Protection Agency,
EPA,
ENERGY STAR
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Energy Star web page providing guidance on attic ventilation.
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Aeroseal
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Aeroseal
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A website explaining the process of sealing a home with Aeroseal & how the technology is used to seal holes in the air ducts and vents of the home.
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Southface Energy Institute,
Oak Ridge National Laboratory,
U.S. Department of Energy
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DOE,
SEI
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Brochure describing the benefits of air-sealing for homeowners.
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Deer Charlie,
et al.
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University of Alaska,
Alaska Housing Finance Corporation
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Manual describing best practices or home construction in Alaska and northern climates.
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APA - The Engineered Wood Association
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American Plywood Association,
APA
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Website homepage of APA – The Engineered Wood Association, a nonprofit trade association combining the research efforts of scientists and engineers, APA promotes new solutions and improved processes that benefit the entire industry.
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Author(s)
Lstiburek Joseph W
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Building Science Corporation,
BSC
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Document providing background and approach for the prep work necessary prior to adding attic insulation - focusing on combustion safety, ventilation for indoor air quality, and attic ventilation for durability.
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National Renewable Energy Laboratory
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NREL
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NREL webpage of standard work specification of exterior and interior, attic floors, attic knee walls, and unique installations.
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Van der Meer Bill
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National Association for State Community Services Programs,
NASCSP,
Weatherization Training Center at Penn College,
Pennsylvania College of Technology,
PCT
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Technical article describing issues and moisture concerns related to weatherization efforts.
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Author(s)
Yost Peter
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Journal of Light Construction,
JLC
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Article describing the building science implications of insulating vented or unvented attics.
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Yost Peter
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Journal of Light Construction,
JLC
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Article describing the research into insulating vented versus unvented attics.
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Hammer & Hand
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Hammer & Hand
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This Best Practices Manual is the product of Hammer & Hand’s ongoing work to document and internally codify our standard operating procedures for construction practice.
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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)
Lstiburek Joseph W
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Organization(s)
Building Science Corporation,
BSC
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Article describing the control layers (air, thermal, and vapor barriers) needed to build homes successfully in very cold locations.
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Author(s)
Calwell Chris,
Horowitz Noah
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Massachusetts Department of Energy,
Commonwealth of Massachusetts,
Home Energy Magazine,
State of Massachusetts
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Article describing customer tip sheet and how ceiling fans are one of the most popular and generally well regarded of all home energy efficiency features.
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Southface Energy Institute,
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
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ORNL,
SEI
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Information sheet with information about insulating and ventilating attics.
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The Cadmus Group
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U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development,
HUD
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This is a guide for establishing smoke-free policies in public housing and multifamily properties.
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U.S. Department of Energy
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Organization(s)
DOE
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You can save energy and maintain a comfortable swimming pool temperature by using a smaller, higher efficiency pump and by operating it less.
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ENERGY STAR
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Organization(s)
ENERGY STAR
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A website explaining the various shades of light, from warm to cool colors, with a visual diagram illustrating the various shades of light.
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Author(s)
Beach Robert,
Poerschke Andrew
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Integrated Building and Construction Solutions,
IBACOS,
U.S. Department of Energy,
DOE
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Report describing how space-conditioning systems are operating in the field and if these systems are meeting required standards.
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Federal Trade Commission
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FTC
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Article introducing the FTC’s new EnergyGuide label, including estimates of annual energy usage.
Construction and Demolition: How to Properly Dispose of Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning Equipment
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U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
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EPA
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A website explaining how to properly dispose of old refrigeration and air-conditioning equipment.
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U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
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Organization(s)
HUD
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Brochure helping homeowners identify hazards, work with contractors to remove the hazards, help ensure the work is done properly, and educate when they can return safely to the home.
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U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
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EPA
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Report telling consumers how radon gets into a home and how to reduce radon entry into a home.
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Author(s)
Lstiburek Joseph W
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Organization(s)
Building Science Corporation,
BSC
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Article describing the difference between conditioned or unvented attics and unconditioned or vented attics.
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Mott-Smith John
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City of Davis,
State of California
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Article describing the use of whole-house fans to provide cooling in the region surrounding Sacramento, CA.
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Cool Roof Rating Council
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CRRC
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Website providing information about the Cool Roof Rating Council including programs, membership, and resources for the construction industry.
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Author(s)
Lstiburek Joseph W
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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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Author(s)
Lstiburek Joseph W
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Organization(s)
Building Science Corporation,
BSC
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Article describing the importance of air sealing, insulation, and roof ventilation in reducing the likelihood of ice dam formation on roofs in cold snowy climates.
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Federal Emergency Management Agency
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FEMA
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Poster describing earthquake safety tips and protection measures to take at home.
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ENERGY STAR
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ENERGY STAR
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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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ENERGY STAR
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U.S. Environmental Protection Agency,
EPA,
ENERGY STAR
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Website providing consumer information about ceiling fans, including specifications and buying guidance.
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ENERGY STAR
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Organization(s)
U.S. Department of Energy,
DOE,
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency,
EPA
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Informational guide describing the benefits, functionality, and cost savings of ENERGY STAR® certified heat pump water heaters, addressing common misconceptions and highlighting incentives.
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ENERGY STAR
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U.S. Environmental Protection Agency,
EPA,
ENERGY STAR
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ENERGY STAR specifications for residential window, door and skylights, Version 6, effective January 1, 2015.
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U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
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EPA
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Archived 2014 EPA newsroom release describing new EnergyStar standards for clothes dryers.
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National Association of Home Builders Research Center,
U.S. Department of Agriculture
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NAHB Research Center,
USDA
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Report describing research testing results on roof truss to wall connections in light frame wood systems.
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Federal Emergency Management Agency
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FEMA
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Article explaining what a continuous load path is and the key connection points that make it up.
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Rudd Armin
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Building Science Corporation,
BSC
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Journal article reporting on field experience of unvented cathedralized (UC) attics in several environments in the United States.
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Florida Solar Energy Center
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FSEC
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Website with information for consumers about solar thermal systems for homes.
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U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
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EPA
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Detailed information about Formaldehyde including health effects and strategies to reduce exposure.
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Insurance Institute for Business and Home Safety
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IBHS
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Webpage describing homeowner resources program designed to strengthen homes and commercial buildings against severe weather such as high winds, hail, hurricanes, and even tornadoes.
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Author(s)
Parker Danny S
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Florida Solar Energy Center,
FSEC
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The FPC Monitoring project has evaluated radiant barrier systems (RBS) as a new potential DSM program.
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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)
Tobiasson Wayne N,
Buska James S,
Greatorex Alan R
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Organization(s)
Oak Ridge National Laboratory,
ORNL,
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
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Report describing the use of fresh air ventilation systems to eliminate the formation of icicles and ice dams along the eaves of roofs.
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New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene
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New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene
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Report about indoor air quality related to indoor mold growth.
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Office on Smoking and Health,
National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion,
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
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OSH,
NCCDPHP,
CDC
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Webpage that describes health problems that can be caused by secondhand smoke.