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Report describing the monitored long-term performance of two solar domestic water heating systems in northern climates.

This project analyzed combined condensing water heaters or boilers and hydronic air coils to provide high efficiency domestic hot water (DHW) and forced air space heating. Called "combi" systems, they provided similar space and water heating performance less expensively than installing two...

Case study describing solar thermal and photovoltaic systems in new construction.

Article discussing indoor water management.

Resource that provides guidance when choosing commercial clothes washers that meet WaterSense program requirements.

Factsheet describing air-sealing.

Brochure on specifications for solar thermal systems.

Document with important building science considerations, designed for members of the residential construction and remodeling industries, as well as owners and managers who work in affordable housing.

Best Practices document providing an introduction to current photovoltaic and solar thermal building practices.

EPA WaterSense guidance on urinals.

Table calculating friction losses of PVC pipe fittings.

Website with information for consumers about solar thermal systems for homes.

Article describing the EPA WaterSense program, process, and benefits.

Website providing a searchable list of products that meet the EPA WaterSense criteria for water savings.

Website with information and research about residential hot water distribution systems.

Guide addressing troubleshooting and frequently asked questions about water pressure.

Information for properly sizing gas lines for use with tankless water heaters and other gas appliances.

Products and specification for a State of California-compliant earthquake-actuated automatic gas shutoff valve.

Table calculating friction losses for PVC pipe by length.

Webpage from American Red Cross describing how to stay safe and prepare homes for severe winter weather such as blizzards.

Article about one way to deal with the cold-water surprise effect of tankless water heaters.

Article describing different types of water softeners and how they work.

Article describing the factors that can lead to inefficient hot water distribution systems in homes.

Specification of criteria for lavatory faucets and faucet accessories under the U.S. EPA WaterSense Program.

Website providing certifications and codes for automatic gas shut off valves in the state of California.

Article from the Institute of Biological Engineering describing reverse osmosis water softeners.

Article describing water leak detection and modes of testing (video camera inspection, hydrostatic pressure, electronic listening, isolation, and digital testing).

Website providing lists of WaterSense-qualified products for home plumbing and irrigation equipment that meet the requirements of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA’s) WaterSense program.

Factsheet describing backflow valve benefits and tips.

Fact sheet describing principles of insulating steam distribution and condensate return lines as an effective way to prevent energy loss.