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Preliminary results of two monitored lab homes constructed to represent the thermal characteristics of typical existing Florida homes are presented.

A report describing six mechanical ventilation strategies that were evaluated for their ability to control indoor humidity levels over 14-day periods with simulated occupancy.

Article in the Air Conditioning, Heating and Refrigeration NEWS newsletter describing PSC, ECM, and ECM replacement motors for HVAC equipment.

The study described in this white paper is based on building energy modeling with an important focus on the indoor humidity impacts of ventilation.

Fact sheet providing guidance for homeowners on cleaning bathroom exhaust fans to reduce the risk of house fires.

This research paper outlines residential HVAC advanced controls and sensors. It includes a technology review, applications, maintenance and commissioning, occupant behavior and a summary of the state-of-the-art technologies for advanced controls for residential HVAC.

Guide describing proper application, design, and installation of mechanical ventilation cooling systems for homes located in hot-dry and cold-dry climates, as well as a means of understanding the benefits, costs, and tradeoffs of these systems.

This report describes how twenty homes were tested and monitored in the Zone 2 climate of Houston, Texas, U.S.A., to evaluate the humidity control performance and operating cost of six different integrated dehumidification and ventilation systems that could be applied by production homebuilders.

DOE webpage that gives and overview of fans for cooling.

ENERGY STAR overview on certified ventilation fans.

Webpage that gives an introduction to PSC motors and their operation.

ENRGY STAR webpage discussing the basics of certified ceiling fans.

FSEC PDF guide on effective fan types and placement in the Southeast.

Website with articles on home ventilation and indoor air quality.

Website that describes two ceiling fan types and their respective ENERGY STAR eligible product types.

Bulletin describing the components of ECM motors and comparing their efficiency with PSC motors.

DOE Energy Saver webpage summarizing the use of whole-house fans for cooling.

Publication specifying HVI’s prescriptive procedures for testing and rating airflow of residential ventilation products in accordance with ANSI consensus standards.

Website describing analyses for products and standards affecting home heating, cooling, and appliances, in regards to technical, economical, and energy efficiency pathways.

Article describing the use of whole-house fans to provide cooling in the region surrounding Sacramento, CA.

Publication describing the requirements and procedures for the certified performance ratings program for residential ventilation products administered by the Home Ventilating Institute.

Factsheet describing the benefits of purchasing and installing ENERGY STAR rated fans and ventilation products.

FSEC article looking into the percieved effectiveness of ceiling fans.

Website providing consumer information about ceiling fans, including specifications and buying guidance.

Webpage for the CEC’s Modern Appliance Efficiency Database System

List of appliance brands and models, showing their performance and efficiency as tested by the appropriate standard.

Article describing ways home owners can improve ventilation in their kitchens.

Website with information about radon-resistant construction techniques and other radon resources for builders, contractors and homebuyers.

IECC code note explaining new fan efficacy requirements, along with how to determine which fans are affected by the new fan requirements.

Website providing certified rating programs to help manufacturers, builders, contractors and homeowners compare performance of ventilation products for air flow, sound, and other performance characteristics.