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Guide describing an approach to re-roofing an existing flat roof to improve thermal, water, and air control performance.
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Premier SIPS Structural Insulated Panels,
Home Power Magazine
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A structural insulated panel (SIP) roof has no embedded lumber in the structure, and therefore nothing substantial for attaching PV array and solar hot water mounts. Single or double lumber splines could be put into the panels, or I-joists at 4-foot intervals could be added.
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Guide describing how to provide a continuous water control layer across the roof assembly by sealing all penetrations for pipes, vents, etc. in existing roofs.
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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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Measure guide describing basic steps for designing an integrated collector storage (ICS) or thermosyphon hot water system.
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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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This measure guide describes the need to install a plumbing and wiring chase for a future solar hot water installation.
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This measure guide describes basic steps for designing a thermosiphon solar hot water system.
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This measure guide describes basic steps for designing and installing an indirect (anti-freeze) solar hot water system.
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Guide describing basic steps for designing a drainback solar hot water system.
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This guide describes the need for installing a wiring conduit for future solar photovoltaic installations.
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A guide for choosing, installing, and flashing roof anchoring systems for solar panels.