Reference
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Article summarizing for potential homeowners items to check or demand from the builder in designing a home for a cold climate.
Presentation
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Webinar that discusses code requirements found in the prescriptive window and insulation requirements for climate zones 1 and 2.
Presentation
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Webinar that discusses code requirements found in the prescriptive window and insulation requirements for climate zones 3, 4 and 5.
Presentation
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Webinar that discusses code requirements found in the prescriptive window and insulation requirements for climate zones 6, 7 and 8.
Case Study
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Case study describing a multifamily retrofit project in a cold climate.
Case Study
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Case study describing a high performance test home incorporating best practices for energy efficiency.
Reference
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Research study documenting market-ready energy solutions to improve the efficiency of new affordable housing in the marine climate of Washington State.
Reference
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Fact sheet poster describing how to add exterior, continuous, rigid insulation to the exterior walls when replacing siding on an existing home.
Reference
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Technical report describing research aimed to provide window manufacturers with foundational guidance for installing windows in walls with continuous insulation (CI), addressing critical aspects such as evaluating common installation methods, establishing acceptance criteria for window performance...
Case Study
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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...
Guide
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Guide describing insulation techniques for skylight shaft walls.
Video
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Video describing how to insulate the exterior of European passive house windows. This video is part of an eight-video series by Hammer & Hand.
Reference
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Brochure describing advanced framing techniques.
Reference
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Introductory guide to air sealing the envelope of a home to reduce wasted energy and save on energy costs.
Video
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Video describing hurricane ties and how they make your home more ready for severe weather by strengthening structural connections.
Reference
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Fact sheet describing building envelope performance measures applicable to residential and small commercial construction.
Video
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Video describing the installation of windows to be air- and water-tight, including recommendations on flashing, air-sealing, and insulation, from Home Innovation Research Labs
Reference
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Article from University of Arizona on keeping homes cool during extreme heat, both personal and system changes.
Case Study
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Case study describing a new home construction project in the hot-humid climate.
Case Study
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Case study describing a new home construction project in the hot-humid climate.
Case Study
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Case study describing a new home construction project in the hot-humid climate.
Presentation
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Webinar from Katie Cort and Shannon Christie on automated window shading and its applications for energy efficiency and demand response, leading to a discussion on integration for complete smart homes.
Video
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Video interview explaining the benefits of installing insulated concrete forms for both energy efficiency and disaster resistance in either new or existing homes for under $10,000. Recommendations from FLASH Strong Homes.
Presentation
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Webinar from Katie Cort and Shannon Christie on automated window shading and its applications for energy efficiency and demand response, leading to a discussion on integration for complete smart homes. Free EEBA login required.
Case Study
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Case study describing a retrofit project in the marine climate.
Case Study
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Case study describing a retrofit project in the hot-dry climate.
Case Study
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Case study describing a retrofit project in the hot-dry climate.
Case Study
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Case study describing a DOE Zero Energy Ready Home 2013 Housing Innovation Award Winner in Seattle, WA, that scored HERS 34 without PV.
Case Study
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Case study describing a deep energy renovation of a home in the marine climate.