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These aluminum Bahama shutters shade west-facing windows from afternoon sun and are approved for hurricane protection

Publication Date

Wed, 07/26/2023 - 12:00

Sustainable Living Series

Author(s)

Office of Sustainability

Organization(s)

Washington University St. Louis

Publication Date

October, 2019

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

The operable windows in this house are located at occupant level to provide comfort ventilation.

Publication Date

Wed, 06/01/2016 - 12:00

Calculate projection factor (PF) by dividing overhang (A) by length of window (B).

Publication Date

Fri, 01/01/2021 - 12:00

Casement windows or wing walls can create zones of higher pressure (right) and lower pressure (left) to encourage cross ventilation when wind is flowing parallel to window openings

Publication Date

Tue, 10/01/2019 - 12:00

The window awnings on this house provide a simple but very effective way to reduce solar gains while still allowing view, daylight, and ventilation through the windows

Publication Date

Fri, 01/08/2021 - 12:00

The light-colored exterior roll-down shades on this building, and the shaded entryway provide very effective control of solar heat gain

Publication Date

Thu, 01/28/2021 - 12:00

Install Window Shutters

Author(s)

Knowles III Hal S,

Ruppert Kathleen C,

Lenfesty Karla A,

Halderman Barbara

Organization(s)

University of Florida IFAS Extension

Publication Date

January, 2021

This document covers how broken windows can allow wind and rain inside the house and even lead to roof failure.

Window Attachments for Solar Control and Energy Efficiency

Guide providing information on interior and exterior window attachments for shading, glare control, noise control, protection from high winds, privacy, and reduced heat loss in winter.

Creating a Cool Room for Extreme Heat Events

Guide describing how to create a designated shelter-from-heat space in a home to help occupants successfully weather an extreme heat event.