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Author(s)
Cort Katherine A,
Hunt Walter E
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Organization(s)
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory,
PNNL
Description
DOE-sponsored report describing the experimental setup and results of field studies on using exterior fabric shading attachments to reduce solar heat gain, reduce glare, and improve comfort.
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Author(s)
Bhandari Mahabir,
et al.
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Organization(s)
Oak Ridge National Laboratory,
ORNL,
Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory,
LBNL
Description
DOE-sponsored report describing a study investigating the energy savings potential of cellular shades in homes.
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Author(s)
National Association of Home Builders Research Center,
U.S. Department of Agriculture
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Organization(s)
NAHB Research Center,
USDA
Description
Report describing research testing results on roof truss to wall connections in light frame wood systems.
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Author(s)
Cort Katherine A,
et al.
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Organization(s)
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory,
PNNL
Description
DOE-sponsored report describing a study investigating condensation buildup on windows when using insulating shades.
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Author(s)
Federal Emergency Management Agency
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Organization(s)
FEMA
Description
Article explaining what a continuous load path is and the key connection points that make it up.
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Author(s)
Dentz Jordan,
et al.
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Organization(s)
Advanced Residential Integrated Energy Solutions,
ARIES
Description
Report of a field evaluation of four novel roof designs to see how each design would reduce space-conditioned energy use so that the knowledge gained could be applied to the design of new manufactured homes.
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Author(s)
Rudd Armin
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Organization(s)
Building Science Corporation,
BSC
Description
Journal article reporting on field experience of unvented cathedralized (UC) attics in several environments in the United States.
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Author(s)
Ueno Kohta,
Lstiburek Joseph W
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Organization(s)
Building Science Corporation,
BSC,
U.S. Department of Energy,
DOE
Description
Report to understand the long-term moisture performance of unvented roof assemblies with fibrous insulation.
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Author(s)
Parker Danny S,
Sonne Jeffrey K,
Sherwin John S
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Organization(s)
Florida Solar Energy Center,
FSEC
Description
Study reporting the results of comparative testing of the effect of various roof types on cooling energy performance in a test facility.
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Author(s)
Florida Solar Energy Center
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Organization(s)
FSEC
Description
Website with information for consumers about solar thermal systems for homes.
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Author(s)
Parker Danny S
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Organization(s)
Florida Solar Energy Center,
FSEC
Description
The FPC Monitoring project has evaluated radiant barrier systems (RBS) as a new potential DSM program.
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Author(s)
Aldrich Robb
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Organization(s)
Consortium for Advanced Residential Buildings,
CARB,
Steven Winter Associates,
SWA
Description
Brochure on specifications for PV systems.
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Author(s)
Aldrich Robb
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Organization(s)
Consortium for Advanced Residential Buildings,
CARB,
Steven Winter Associates,
SWA
Description
Brochure on specifications for solar thermal systems.
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Author(s)
National Renewable Energy Laboratory
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Organization(s)
NREL
Description
A website providing geospatial data , tools, and maps including data on the U.S. solar resources for solar power.
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Author(s)
U.S. Department of Energy
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Organization(s)
DOE
Description
Fact sheet defining a grid-interactive efficient building and its benefits.
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Author(s)
Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy
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Organization(s)
DOE
Description
Website highlighting the DOE Building Technologies Office Grid-interactive Efficient Buildings Initiative, including technical reports, other publications, resources, and presentations.
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Author(s)
Nubbe Valerie,
Yamada Mary
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Organization(s)
U.S. Department of Energy,
DOE
Description
Report evaluating lighting and electronic building technologies based on their ability to provide grid services and the type of value provided, including efficiency, load shed, load shift, and modulation.
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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
Description
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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Author(s)
Heat Island Group,
Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory
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Organization(s)
LBNL
Description
LBNL webpage introducing heat island effect and cool materials concepts, and providing links to LBNL pages explaining cool pavements, cool roofs, and cool walls.
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Author(s)
Heat Island Group,
Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory
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Organization(s)
LBNL
Description
LBNL webpage providing resources and tools related to cool technologies, including the SRI calculator and the DOE Cool Roof Calculator.
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Author(s)
National Renewable Energy Laboratory
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Organization(s)
NREL
Description
Provides consumers with general information on solar water heating systems and how to select a contractor.
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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
Report providing an introduction to current photovoltaic and solar thermal building practices.
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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
Description
Best Practices document providing an introduction to current photovoltaic and solar thermal building practices.
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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.
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Author(s)
Sanchez
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Organization(s)
Home Power
Description
Web article about solar site assessment.
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Author(s)
Christian Jeffrey E
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Organization(s)
Oak Ridge National Laboratory,
ORNL,
American Council for an Energy Efficient Economy,
ACEEE
Description
Report presenting construction methods, building products, appliances and equipment of four single-family houses that achieve dramatic energy reductions and approach “net zero energy” use.
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Author(s)
Holladay Martin
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Organization(s)
Green Building Advisor
Description
Information sheet presenting the correct methods for building an insulated cathedral ceiling.
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Author(s)
Holladay Martin
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Organization(s)
Green Building Advisor,
GBA
Description
Information sheet presenting techniques for installing cellulose insulation.
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Author(s)
Dorsi Chris
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Organization(s)
Montana State University Extension,
MSU Extension
Description
Article from Montana State University Extension explaining how proper insulation techniques can greatly reduce the risks of ice dams on roofs in cold climate zones.
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Author(s)
Sughrue Patrick
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Organization(s)
Premier SIPS Structural Insulated Panels,
Home Power Magazine
Description
A structural insulated panel (SIP) roof has no embedded lumber in the structure, and therefore nothing substantial for attaching PV array and solar hot water mounts. Single or double lumber splines could be put into the panels, or I-joists at 4-foot intervals could be added.
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Author(s)
Federal Emergency Management Agency
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Organization(s)
FEMA
Description
Guide discussing observations, recommendations, and technical guidance as a result of Hurricane Katrina
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Author(s)
Lstiburek Joseph W
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Organization(s)
Building Science Corporation,
BSC
Description
Article describing issues with condensation in unvented attics insulated with open-cell spray foam.
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Author(s)
Clean Energy Reviews
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Organization(s)
CER
Description
Website providing comparison charts and reviews of hybrid inverters for solar power systems.
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Author(s)
Straube John
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Organization(s)
Building Science Corporation,
BSC
Description
Article outlining the casuses and solutions for ice dam problems.
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Author(s)
Parker Danny S
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Organization(s)
Home Energy Magazine
Description
Article describing the effect metal roofs have on thermal performance in hot-humid climates.
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Author(s)
Building Science Corporation
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Organization(s)
BSC
Description
Article explaining installing cavity insulation.
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Author(s)
Building Science Corporation,
National Renewable Energy Laboratory
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Organization(s)
BSC,
NREL
Description
Report that describes BSC's Houses That Work II (HTWII) climate-specific technical resource, beginning with an overall HTWII introduction and four sections explaining the four most important hygro-thermal climate regions: Hot-Humid, Mixed-Humid, Cold, and Hot-Dry/Mixed-Dry.
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Author(s)
Cummings James B,
Withers Charles R,
LaHiff Ian L
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Organization(s)
Florida Solar Energy Center,
FSEC
Description
Research study describing field testing performed in 32 two-story Florida homes to characterize wind washing failures of the house air and thermal boundary.
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Author(s)
Sacramento Municipal Utility District
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Organization(s)
SMUD
Description
Webpage describing benefits of adding battery storage to homes and an estimation tool.
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Author(s)
Bailes Allison
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Organization(s)
Energy Vanguard
Description
Article discussing the downside to recessed can lights.
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Author(s)
Parker Danny S
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Organization(s)
Florida Solar Energy Center,
FSEC
Description
PDF literature review of the impact and need for attic ventilation in Florida homes.
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Author(s)
Boston Solar
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Organization(s)
Boston Solar
Description
Webpage from Boston Solar describing how solar plus storage options can be beneficial for maintaining electricity during power outages.
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Author(s)
Maxwell Sean,
Otis Casey
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Organization(s)
Consortium for Advanced Residential Buildings,
CARB,
National Renewable Energy Laboratory,
NREL,
Steven Winter Associates,
SWA
Description
Guideline describing the importance of the different types of multifamily building attics and their unique challenges, and outlines strategies and materials used in air-sealing them.
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Author(s)
Mantha Pallavi,
Zoeller William,
Shapiro Carl
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Organization(s)
U.S. Department of Energy,
DOE
Description
Project discussing buried or encapsulated ducts and their pros and cons.
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Author(s)
Lstiburek Joseph W
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Organization(s)
Building Science Corporation
Description
Guideline describing information and specifications relevant to air-seal existing attics.
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Author(s)
Huang Yu Joe,
et al.
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Organization(s)
Florida Solar Energy Center,
FSEC,
Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory,
LBNL
Description
Study investigating measured cooling energy savings in homes across the U.S. from the installation of roofing with higher solar reflectance.
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Author(s)
Parker Danny S
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Organization(s)
Florida Solar Energy Center,
FSEC,
University of Central Florida,
UCF
Description
Study investigating measured cooling energy savings from the installation of wall finishes with higher solar reflectance.
Publication Date
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Author(s)
Parker Danny S
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Organization(s)
Florida Solar Energy Center,
FSEC
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Author(s)
Miami-Dade County
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Organization(s)
Miami-Dade County
Description
Report covering the selection of roof vents for rainwater resistance.
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Author(s)
Federal Emergency Management Agency
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Organization(s)
FEMA
Description
FEMA report describing findings from an investigation of Hurricane Ike in Texas and Louisiana and residential construction recommendations based on those findings.