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Research study about key sustainability concepts, durability, energy efficiency and new flood resistant design.

Case study describing solar thermal and photovoltaic systems in new construction.

Guide providing information on using exterior foam insulating sheathing in building wall assemblies to enhance thermal performance.

Report describing the various heat pump retrofit options for multifamily buildings in the U.S., segmented by building typology and heating system, to support better environmental, economic, and health outcomes.

Best Practices document providing an introduction to current photovoltaic and solar thermal building practices.

Report summarizing approaches to addressing duct leakage in hot humid climates.

Report describing the costs, benefits, and challenges of attic insulation retrofits in HUD-code manufactured homes.

Webpage describing the basics of solar plus storage operations on homes.

Report presenting results from whole-house monitoring efforts in hope that they may be useful for others moving towards zero energy homes.

Document providing guidance on water management concepts and applications for residential buildings.