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Guide describing how to install stucco over rigid foam insulation in new and existing homes.
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The maximum U-Factor and Solar Heat Gain Coefficient (SHGC) requirements for fenestration (windows) and skylights in new homes, as listed in the 2009, 2012, 2015, 2018, and 2021 International Energy Code (IECC) and the 2009, 2012, 2015, 2018, and 2021 International Residential Code (IRC), can be...
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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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PNNL
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This video provides an overview of convection in buildings, with an introduction to Newton's Law of cooling.
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PNNL
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This video provides an overview of heat transfer and discusses how heat transfer occurs in residential buildings.
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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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Guide describing how to install insulated concrete forms to block excessive heat loss and gain though structural framing.
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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 Winter Park FL that scored HERS 57 without PV or HERS -7 with PV.
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Guide describing how to insulate headers over doors and windows to reduce heat loss and heat gain through solid wood framing.
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Guide describing how to frame a wall with minimal wall studs to prevent heat losses and gains through walls.
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Guide describing continuous rigid insulation installation procedures to reduce thermal bridging and help provide thermal protection.
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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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DOE
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Case study describing building in cold and very cold climates.
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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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PNNL
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Case study describing Building America's Optimized Solutions for energy efficient home construction in cold and very cold climates.
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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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PNNL
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Case study describing the incorporation of insulating concrete forms (ICFs) into new home design and construction.
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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 Building America's Optimized Solutions for energy efficient home construction in hot-dry and mixed-dry climates.
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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,
DOE
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Case study describing a DOE Zero Energy Ready Home 2014 Housing Innovation Award winner that scored HERS 69 without PV and -1 with PV.
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PNNL
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Case study describing one builder's conversion to high-performance building in the hot-humid regions of the Atlantic seaboard.
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Guide describing the types of whole-house fans, installation details to reduce energy loss, and how to operate them for comfort and energy savings based on climate zone.
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This measure guides describes how to install structural insulated panels to block excessive heat loss and gain though structural framing.
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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 a new construction building project of 20 homes that earned HERS scores that represent greater than 50% energy savings in heating and cooling over the 2004 IECC.
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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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HIRL
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Case study describing the Green Home 3 project, which achieved a 44% whole-house energy savings over the Building America New Construction B10 Benchmark, DOE Zero Energy Ready Home certification, and National Green Building Standard Gold-level certification.
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PNNL
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Case study describing 50% energy saving projects for new multifamily homes in cold climates.
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PNNL
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Case study describing a builder's technology package that achieves energy savings of 50% over standard practice compared to the 2006 IECC.
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PNNL
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Case study describing new home construction in the marine climate that achieved 50% savings over the 2004 IECC.
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PNNL
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Case study describing a builder in Georgia that designs energy-efficient homes for a green community, yielding homes with HERS scores as lowas 59 and electric bills as low as $50 a month.
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PNNL,
DOE
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Case study showing project and performance data and energy-efficiency measures for a DOE 2017 Housing Innovation Award winning home that was certified to the DOE Zero Energy Ready Home criteria.
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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 Old Greenwich CT, that scored HERS 42 without PV and HERS 20 with PV.
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Guide describing ways to seal drywall to the top plate of an exterior wall to air-seal the wall cavity.
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Guide describing how to use a blower door test to determine building envelope air leakage.
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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 how to frame and insulate exterior-to-interior wall intersections to reduce heat losses and gains though structural framing.
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Guide describing blown insulation into exterior wall cavities of existing homes with minimal disruption to occupants.
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Information guide providing background information about moisture flow in residential buildings.
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Guide describing how to correctly air-seal a wall with missing top plates or open wall cavities.
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Information guide providing background information about air flow in residential buildings.
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Guide describing construction and insulation techniques for double wall framing.
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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 air barrier installation, insulation installation, and air-sealing for double walls (half or full walls included in a home design as an architectural feature that provides a more dimensional appearance).
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An entirely new section in the 2015 IECC/IRC regarding fuel-burning appliances basically requires the appliance to be isolated from the building thermal envelope, located either outside or within a separate room if the fuel-burning appliance is supplied by open combustion air ducts. This brief provides an overview of the requirements and further details of approving the actual "room".
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Guide describing how to properly test the air barrier between the garage and house, and how to ensure the air barrier is tight enough to prevent garage air from entering the home.
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Guide describing how to air-seal electrical wiring throughout a home.
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Guide describing how to air-seal around plumbing and piping penetrations through walls, ceilings, and floors.
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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 install continuous air barriers in exterior walls.
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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 describing ways to air-seal an attached garage in new and existing homes.
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Guide describing how to air-seal sill plates in single-family homes and multifamily buildings.
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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 how to select and install whole-house ventilation systems for existing homes.