BASC Search | Building America Solution Center

Even when wind is blowing parallel to a wall, an open casement window can create a zone of higher pressure near the window opening, driving airflow into the house

Image

Evaluation of Savings in Energy-Efficient Public Housing in the Pacific Northwest

Reference

Research study documenting market-ready energy solutions to improve the efficiency of new affordable housing in the marine climate of Washington State.

Building America Top Innovations 2013: Window Replacement, Rehabilitation, & Repair Guide

Case Study

Case study describing a 2013 DOE Building America Top Innovation on upgrading or replacing windows in existing homes, based on research by Building America research partner Building Science Corporation.

Sustainable Living Series

Reference

Presentation by the Washington University in St. Louis Office of Sustainability on saving energy.

NJARNG Sustainability Newsletter June 2016 Volume 2 – Issue 2

Reference

Newsletter providing news and information to members of the New Jersey National Guard.

New Whole-House Solutions Case Study: Northern Texas Builds Its First Zero Energy Home

Case Study

Case study describing a building project in the hot-humid climate zone.

Improving The Passive Survivability of Residential Buildings During Extreme Heat Events in the Pacific Northwest

Reference

Study using simulations to understand the impact that shading and natural ventilation would have had on the survivability of non-air-conditioned buildings during the 2021 heat wave in the Pacific Northwest.

Builders Challenge High Performance Builder Spotlight: David Weekley Homes, Houston, Texas

Case Study

Case study describing new home construction in the hot-humid climate, optimizing thermal enclosure, HVAC, water heating and lighting measures.