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Deep Energy Retrofits - Lessons learned

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Part of a larger LBNL report (Deep Energy Retrofit Guidance for the Building America Solutions Center), the Lessons Learned chapter focuses on successful deep energy retrofit projects throughout the U.S.

Spray foam insulation is installed in open wall cavities to air seal and insulate

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Building America Top Innovations 2013: Building America Solution Center

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Case study describing a DOE Building America Top Innovation on the Building America Solution Center, a website developed by Pacific Northwest National Laboratory for the U.S. Department of Energy Building America program to provide quick access to information on how to build and renovate homes to be...

Blown cellulose insulation completely fills the netted wall and ceiling cavities.

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Rigid foam forms an insulating bond break between the foundation wall and the slab

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Right - Rigid foam slab edge insulation is installed along the exterior edge of a monolithic slab foundation.

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A Guide to Residential Energy Storage and Rooftop Solar: State Net Metering Policies and Utility Rate Tariff Structures

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Article describing utility rates, net metering policies, installation costs, financial incentives, and other info for both consumers who are interested in installing renewable energy systems and for energy justice and clean energy advocates.