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Guide describing how to install spray foam on the exterior of the existing home after framing over the existing siding.
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Guide describing the design and installation considerations for recladding of above grade walls using insulated vinyl siding.
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PNNL,
DOE
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Case study describing a 4,763 ft2 certified Passive House that achieved HERS 27 without PV through the construction of R-54 walls that use ICF plus fiberglass cavity insulation, an R-100 vented attic, extensive air sealing and flashing, triple-pane windows, ductless heat pumps, and solar hot water.
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Pacific Northwest National Laboratory
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Factsheet describing re-siding retrofits containing exterior insulation and window upgrades aimed at improved energy savings and comfort.
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PNNL
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Case study describing a retrofit project in the marine climate.
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PNNL
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Case study describing a retrofit project in the hot-dry climate.
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PNNL
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Case study describing a retrofit project in the hot-dry climate.
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CARB,
SWA
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Case study describing a multifamily retrofit project in a cold climate.
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PNNL
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Case study describing a deep energy renovation of a home in the marine climate.
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BSC
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Case study describing a new construction net zero energy home.
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PNNL
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Case study describing two new construction projects in Florida built to be net zero energy homes.
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PNNL
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Case study describing one of three deep energy renovations of occupied affordable homes.
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PNNL,
DOE
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Case study about a Zero Energy Ready Home 2013 Housing Innovation Award Winner construction project in the marine climate.
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PNNL,
DOE
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Case study describing a DOE Zero Energy Ready Home 2013 Housing Innovation Award Winner in west Connecticut that scored HERS 39 without solar PV.
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PNNL,
DOE
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Case study describing a DOE Zero Energy Ready Home 2013 Housing Innovation Award Winner in Herriman, UT, that scored HERS 40 without PV, -1 with PV.
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PNNL,
DOE
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Case study describing a DOE Zero Energy Ready Home 2014 Housing Innovation Award winner that scored HERS 38 without PV and -3 with PV.
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PNNL,
DOE
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Case study describing a DOE Zero Energy Ready Home 2013 Housing Innovation Award Winner in Phoenix, AZ that scored HERS 58 without PV and HERS 38 with PV.
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PNNL,
DOE
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Case study describing a DOE Zero Energy Ready Home 2014 Housing Innovation Award winner that scored HERS 55 without PV and 15 with PV.
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PNNL,
DOE
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Case study describing a DOE Zero Energy Ready Home 2013 Housing Innovation Award Winner in Ithaca, NY, that scored HERS 50 without PV.
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PNNL,
DOE
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Case study describing a DOE Zero Energy Ready Home 2013 Housing Innovation Award winning custom home in Downers Grove IL that scored HERS 35 without PV.
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Guide describing how to install stucco over rigid foam insulation in new and existing homes.
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Guide describing how to apply an air control layer directly over existing wall sheathing and cover with two layers of insulating sheathing held in place by vertical furring strips.
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ARBI,
CARB,
SWA,
FSEC,
BA-PIRC,
BSC,
IBACOS,
PHI,
HIRL,
PNNL
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Case study describing a 2013 DOE Building America Top Innovation about construction of net-zero energy ready homes, by several builders working with various DOE Building America research partners including Steven Winter Associates, Building Science Corporation, Home Innovation Research Labs, IBACOS...
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Guide describing how to insulate the walls of an existing home with spray foam insulation.
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Vinyl Siding Institute,
Newport Ventures
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This presentation will help you define insulated siding, understand R-value testing of insulated siding, describe proper installation of insulated siding, comply with energy codes and understand building energy performance program and software recognition.
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ENERGY STAR
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Introductory guide to air sealing the envelope of a home to reduce wasted energy and save on energy costs.
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PNNL
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Case study describing the origins and operation of a Kalamazoo-based home performance contractor.
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Guide describing continuous rigid insulation installation procedures to reduce thermal bridging and help provide thermal protection.
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CARB,
Steven Winter Associates,
SWA
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Report researching cost- effective solution packages for significant energy efficiency and indoor air quality improvements masonry multifamily urban buildings.
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Ply Gem Siding Group
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Siding installation guide for Ply Gem Siding Group products.
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Partnership for Advanced Residential Retrofit,
PARR,
U.S. Department of Energy,
DOE
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Report exploring feasibility of designing prescriptive retrofit measure packages for typical Chicago region multifamily buildings in order to achieve 25% source energy savings.
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Guide describing how to retrofit older solid masonry homes to withstand seismic activity while including energy efficient retrofits.
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BSC
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Case study describing a four-square Concord home retrofitted by Building Science Corporation in Massachusetts.
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PNNL
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Case study describing Building America's Optimized Solutions for energy efficient home construction in a mixed-dry climate.
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BSC
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Case study describing project conducted by Habitat for Humanity of Greater Lowell (HfHGL) and Building Science Corporation (BSC).
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PNNL
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Case study describing Building America's Optimized Solutions for energy efficient home construction in a hot-humid climate.
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CARB,
SWA
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Case study describing a deep energy retrofit, turning an old school into 12 high-end apartments in Greenfield, MA.
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PNNL
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Case study describing a whole-house, deep energy retrofit project in the marine climate.
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PNNL
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Case study describing techniques used to prevent thermal bypass in new homes.
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PNNL
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Case study describing a cost-effectively reducing energy use by over 50% in an existing home.
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PNNL
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Case study describing the elimination of excessive humidity in the attic of a multi-floor, single-family home that was causing condensation and water damage along the roof and eaves.
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PNNL
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Case study describing how a properly designed duct system is essential for keeping a home comfortable, managing indoor air quality, and maximizing the performance of heating and cooling equipment.
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PNNL,
DOE
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Case study describing a DOE Zero Energy Ready Home 2014 Housing Innovation Award winner that scored HERS 45 without PV and 32 with PV and is the first home in the world to use a tri-generation system to supply electricity, heating, and cooling on site.
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PNNL
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Case study describing an energy efficient retrofit project in hot-humid climates.
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Information guide describing how to apply a whole-house approach to home improvement with energy efficiency upgrades, improved indoor air quality, and increased comfort.
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Guide describing blown insulation into exterior wall cavities of existing homes with minimal disruption to occupants.
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Guide outlining how to retrofit an exterior wall and/or attic to provide continuous air sealing.
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Guide describing how to achieve RESNET Grade 1 installation standards, and meet/exceed code using batt insulation in existing walls.
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Guide describing how to re-roof an existing home with a sloped and add insulation above the roof deck.
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This guide describes how to install a rigid air barrier to separate the porch attic from the conditioned space.
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Guide describing how to add spray foam insulation to the underside of the existing roof deck as part of the conversion of a vented attic to an unvented, insulated attic.
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Guide describing how to insulate a basement to improve the overall thermal performance of the building and provide more dry, usable conditioned space for home occupants and HVAC equipment.
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Guide providing guidance on insulating attic eaves in new and existing single-family homes and multifamily buildings.
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Guide describing principles of insulating and air sealing band joists as a stand alone energy upgrade, or as part of creating a closed crawlspace.
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Guide describing how to insulate closed crawlspace walls and band joist areas with rigid foam board insulation.