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In hot climate zones, shade building surface with vegetation for passive cooling.

In hot climate zones, shade building surface with vegetation for passive cooling.

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Landscape trees and shrubs to funnel cooling breeze towards a home in hot climate zones.

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Example of an earth-sheltered home in hot climate Tempe, AZ uses the cooling properties of the ground to decrease cooling costs

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How to Create a Naturally Cool Building

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Article from The Earthbound Report on passive cooling design strategies for homes located in hot climates.

Proper building orientation for minimal heat gain in the northern hemisphere.

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Use this simple calculation to size overhangs above south facing windows.

Use this simple calculation to size overhangs above south facing windows.

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Passive Solar Design Principles

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Video from Master Builders Victoria on passive solar design principles for home construction.