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IBHS
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Website providing guidance on how to reduce the risk of damage to a home from hail.
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IBHS
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Website providing resources for roofers to construct high-wind, hurricane, and hail-resistant roofs from IBHS Fortified program.
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BSSC,
NIBS,
FEMA,
NEHRP
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Document containing a series of resource papers that describe earthquake design components, including shear walls, resiliency, ground motion, and story drift and deflection, among others.
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ABAA
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Standard outlining materials and installation methods for a liquid-applied vapor permeable air barrier systems located in the non-accessible part of the wall.
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Florida Solar Energy Center,
FSEC,
University of Central Florida,
UCF
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Description
Study investigating measured cooling energy savings from the installation of wall finishes with higher solar reflectance.
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ASTM
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Test method designed to obtain reliable values for the WVTR of plastic film and sheeting which was published in the year 2020 and is available for preview and purchase at the reference link.
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FEMA
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FEMA information on safe room funding to regional governments.
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FEMA
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Document describing what levees are, how they work, and who owns them.
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AHAM
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Website reporting efficiencies for dehumidifiers, room air conditioners, and room air cleaners that are tested by independent laboratories and reported by the Association of Home Appliance Manufacturers.
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ACCA
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Webpage of ACCA’s Quality Standards outlining precisely the procedures that contractors should follow when designing, installing, maintaining, repairing, and verifying indoor environment systems.
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ACCA
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Radiant, hydronics, geothermal -- they are a vital part of modern comfort and energy solutions. ACCA helps hydronics contractors operate at peak performance.
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ACI
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Description
American Cleaning Institute website homepage.
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AWE
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Alliance for Water Efficiency website homepage.
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CEC
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Webpage containing California Energy Commission's HVAC design information, including mandatory and prescriptive HVAC requirements for residential and nonresidential buildings following the California Energy Commission's Building Energy Efficiency Standards.
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CRI
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Carpet and Rug Institute website homepage.
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ENERGY STAR
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ENRGY STAR webpage discussing the basics of certified ceiling fans.
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HVI
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Website providing an online directory of more than 3,600 residential ventilation products lisiting flowrates, sones, watts, and other performance metrics; all listed products have been tested by the Home Ventilating Institute.
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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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University of Central Florida,
UCF,
FSEC
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Description
FSEC article looking into the percieved effectiveness of ceiling fans.
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EPA
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Description
Under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA), the EPA evaluates potential risks from new and existing chemicals and acts to address any unreasonable risks chemicals may have on human health and the environment. This website explains the implications of such chemicals.
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EPA
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Description
The purpose of this map is to assist national, state and local organizations to target their resources and to implement radon-resistant building codes.
Organization(s)
ENERGY STAR,
U.S. Department of Energy,
DOE
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Description
Webpage for finding all the information you need to start shopping for ENERGY STAR certified products, including product details, rebates, and retailers near you.
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DOL,
Occupational Safety and Health Administration,
OSHA
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Description
Webpage developed by OSHA to provide workers and employers useful, up-to-date information on fall protection.
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DOE
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Description
DOE webpage that gives and overview of fans for cooling.
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FEMA
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Website of the Federal Emergency Management Agency
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ENERGY STAR,
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency,
EPA
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Description
ENERGY STAR's Expert Home Improvements webpage.
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EPA
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Webpage that provides information on federal requirements for the renovation and demolition of buildings that contain asbestos.
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ALA
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Description
American Lighting Association website homepage.
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EPA
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Website providing guidance about mold and moisture for homes, schools, multifamily and commercial buildings.
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NWCOA
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NWCOA website homepage.
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USGS
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Website containing USGS-related publications related to natural hazards.
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NFPA
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National Fire Protection Association website.
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Remodeling Magazine
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Remodeling Magazine website.
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EPA
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EPA guide on responsible appliance disposal for consumers.
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FTC
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FTC website explaining the usefulness of the EnergyGuide label when shopping for home appliances.
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SPFA
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Description
SPFA website homepage.
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FSEC
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FSEC certification and testing page for solar systems.
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ASTM
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Webpage for searching all of ASTM's standards, books, journals, and technical articles.
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ENERGY STAR
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Description
Introductory guide to air sealing the envelope of a home to reduce wasted energy and save on energy costs.
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ENERGY STAR
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ENERGY STAR website to find the best windows by selecting your state and county (or zip code in California) to find your climate zone and learn more about picking the best product for your area.
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Efficient Windows Collaborative,
NFRC
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The Window Selection Tool will take you through a series of design conditions pertaining to your design and location.
Organization(s)
IBHS
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Description
Website offering an online training that teaches disaster-resistant best practices for roofers.
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FEMA
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Website providing a compilation of guidance, case studies, tools, and training to assist local communities as they are in the midst of managing recovery post-disaster.
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FEMA
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Document describing commonly used terms in the context of levees and what they mean.
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IBHS
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Website describing the Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety (IBHS)'s Fortified Home program which offers home builders standards and guidance for constructing and renovating homes for increased disaster resistance.
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IAPMO,
FEMA
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The International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO) has been protecting the public’s health and safety for ninety-three years by working in concert with government and industry to implement comprehensive plumbing and mechanical systems around the world. Main website.