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The 2-foot overhang on the left performs better than the 2-foot vertical fin on the right for providing shade in the summer and solar heat gain in the winter (results shown for west-facing window, 2pm, 36N latitude).

Publication Date

Tue, 07/25/2023 - 12:00

The 8-foot-deep west-facing overhang on the left provides much better shading late in the day than the 2-foot-deep overhang on the right (results shown for west-facing window, late summer, 36N latitude).

Publication Date

Tue, 07/25/2023 - 12:00

Completed wall retrofit of masonry home (on right) showing new lap siding attached over four inches of rigid foam; windows were boxed with plywood to accommodate depth of foam plus 1x4 furring strips

Publication Date

Fri, 08/13/2021 - 12:00

The 8-foot deck/overhang on the left provides better summer shading than the 2-foot extended-width overhang, which performs better than the 2-foot window-width overhang, which performs better than the 2-foot vertical fin (late summer, 36N latitude)

Publication Date

Tue, 07/25/2023 - 12:00

Adding Automated Shading to the High Performance Toolkit: HVAC, Health & Wellness, and High Tech

Author(s)

Katie Cort,

Shannon Christie

Organization(s)

PNNL,

Attachments Energy Rating Council,

EEBA

Publication Date

October, 2020

Webinar from Katie Cort and Shannon Christie on automated window shading and its applications for energy efficiency and demand response, leading to a discussion on integration for complete smart homes.

View-preserving interior solar screens such as these help reduce glare and solar heat gain while maintaining view to the outside

Publication Date

Mon, 11/14/2022 - 12:00

Conceptual stack framing drawing

DWG

PDF

Manufactured insulated header

DWG

PDF

Site-built insulated header

DWG

PDF

Mini truss header - section

DWG

PDF

Outset header with head plate

DWG

PDF

Weatherstrip installation on a door.

Publication Date

Mon, 10/28/2024 - 12:00

Sheer shades can provide very effective daylighting and glare control while maintaining a softened view to the outside

Publication Date

Tue, 11/03/2015 - 12:00

Latest North American Fenestration Standard Published

Author(s)

American Architectural Manufacturers Association,

Canadian Standards Association,

Window & Door Manufacturers Association,

Fenestration & Glazing Industry Alliance

Organization(s)

AAMA,

CSA,

CSA Group,

WDMA,

FGIA

Publication Date

January, 2018

2017 version of a standard covering requirements for single- and dual-pane windows, glazed side-hinged door systems, sliding doors, tubular daylighting devices, and unit skylights developed jointly by the American Architectural Manufacturers Association (AAMA), the Canadian Standards Association...

What Makes it Energy Star? Performance Criteria

Author(s)

U.S. Environmental Protection Agency

Organization(s)

EPA

Publication Date

September, 2021

Information sheet outlining the criteria for ENERGY STAR qualified, windows, doors, and skylights.

Pleated blinds provide cooling savings in summer by blocking and reflecting sunlight, while allowing some diffuse daylight to pass through.

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

NFRC Certified Products Directory

Author(s)

National Fenestration Rating Council

Organization(s)

NFRC

Publication Date

October, 2022

Database of NFRC rated windows.

Air sealing at skylight shaft

DWG

PDF

New Whole-House Solutions Case Study: Imagine Homes: Stillwater Ranch, San Antonio, TX

Author(s)

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory

Organization(s)

PNNL

Publication Date

April, 2012

Case study describing a new home builder that strives to address health, safety, and durability issues in a hot and humid climate.

Karuna Passive House Exterior Shading System Pt 1

Publication Date

May, 2013

Video describing the exterior shading system in a passive house. This video is part of a two-video series by Hammer and Hand.

Karuna Passive House Exterior Shading System Pt 2

Publication Date

May, 2013

Video describing the exterior shading system in a passive house. This video is part of a two-video series by Hammer and Hand.

Find Your Climate Zone

Author(s)

Attachments Energy Rating Council

Organization(s)

AERC

Publication Date

July, 2023

Webpage providing assistance with finding the AERC climate zone of particular locations to aid in selecting window attachment products.

Sun Control and Shading Devices

Author(s)

Prowler Don,

Bourg Joseph

Organization(s)

Whole Building Design Guide

Publication Date

August, 2016

Article providing fundamental information and recommendations for shading windows for energy savings.

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.

ASES March Webinar: Uncoupling Solar Light and Heat in Passive Solar Design

Author(s)

American Solar Energy Society

Organization(s)

ASES

Publication Date

March, 2022

Presentation from American Solar Energy Society on using spectrally selective window technology for passive solar design.

How to better equip your home for hotter temperatures

Publication Date

July, 2021

Author(s)

CBC News

Organization(s)

CBC News

Video from CBC News on long-term solutions for building homes for hot weather, including using radiant cooling and energy efficient windows.

Dynamic Glazing - Code Compliance Brief

Code compliance brief describing glazing requirements added to the residential portion of the IECC and the IRC in 2015.

How to Perform a Wind Mitigation Inspection #1

Publication Date

August, 2015

Author(s)

International Association of Certified Home Inspectors

Organization(s)

InterNACHI

Video from the International Association of Certified Home Inspectors on how to inspect your home for wind resistance, including door and window impact ratings.

Right - These interior solar screens help control glare and solar heat gain while maintaining view to the outside.

Climate Safe Housing - Strategies for Multifamily Building Resilience

Author(s)

Enterprise Community Partners

Organization(s)

ECP

Publication Date

July, 2023

Webpage providing information on how window shading can reduce heat gain in summer and heat loss in winter.

National Fenestration Rating Council Certified Products Directory

Author(s)

National Fenestration Rating Council

Organization(s)

NFRC

Publication Date

October, 2022

Database from the National Fenestration Rating Council providing a directory of NFRC-certified window products searchable by manufacturer, product type, CPD number, or various NFRC label specifications.

DOE ZERH HIA 2013 Case Study: Weiss Building & Development, System House, River Forest, IL

Author(s)

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory,

U.S. Department of Energy

Organization(s)

PNNL,

DOE

Publication Date

September, 2013

Case study describing a 4,763 ft2 certified Passive House that achieved HERS 27 without PV through the construction of R-54 walls that use ICF plus fiberglass cavity insulation, an R-100 vented attic, extensive air sealing and flashing, triple-pane windows, ductless heat pumps, and solar hot water.

High Performance Builder Spotlight: Imagine Homes

Author(s)

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory

Organization(s)

PNNL

Publication Date

January, 2011

Case study describing a new home construction project in the hot-humid climate.

HUD 2024 Housing Innovation Showcase Poster: Re-Siding your Home?

Author(s)

Patricia Gunderson,

Theresa Gilbride

Organization(s)

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory

Publication Date

September, 2024

Factsheet describing re-siding retrofits containing exterior insulation and window upgrades aimed at improved energy savings and comfort.

High Performance Builder Spotlight: GreenCraft, Lewisville, TX

Author(s)

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory

Organization(s)

PNNL

Publication Date

January, 2011

Case study describing a new home construction project in the hot-humid climate.

Evaluation of Cellular Shades in the PNNL Lab Homes

Author(s)

Peterson Joseph M,

Sullivan Greg P,

Cort Katherine A,

Merzouk Massine B,

Weber JM

Organization(s)

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory,

PNNL

Publication Date

October, 2015

Report describing the methods and results of a field evaluation of the energy performance of cellular shade window coverings.

High Performance Builder Spotlight: G.W. Robinson, Gainesville, FL

Author(s)

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory

Organization(s)

PNNL

Publication Date

January, 2011

Case study describing a new home construction project in the hot-humid climate.

Multi-layer honeycomb cellular shades such as these can provide summertime energy savings by blocking and reflecting solar heat, as well as wintertime energy savings by providing added insulation.

Publication Date

Thu, 10/01/2015 - 12:00

ENERGY STAR Most Efficient 2024

Author(s)

ENERGY STAR

Organization(s)

ENERGY STAR,

U.S. Environmental Protection Agency,

EPA

Publication Date

February, 2024

Webpage on the ENERGY STAR website that list products that exceed the ENERGY STAR minimum criteria for their category, with links to several product categories, including windows, HVAC, home appliances, and computer monitors.

Evaluation of the Thermal and Moisture Performance of Insulating Shades

Author(s)

Cort Katherine A,

Pilet Tyler J,

Mullaly Stephen,

Bauer Eric

Organization(s)

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory,

PNNL

Publication Date

September, 2022

DOE-sponsored report describing a study investigating condensation buildup on windows when using insulating shades.

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

Author(s)

National Renewable Energy Laboratory,

U.S. Department of Energy

Organization(s)

DOE,

NREL

Publication Date

October, 2004

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

Adding Automated Shading to the High Performance Toolkit: HVAC, Health & Wellness, and High Tech

Author(s)

Katie Cort,

Shannon Christie

Organization(s)

PNNL,

Attachments Energy Rating Council,

EEBA

Webinar from Katie Cort and Shannon Christie on automated window shading and its applications for energy efficiency and demand response, leading to a discussion on integration for complete smart homes. Free EEBA login required.

DOE Siding Retrofit: Kit Home Retrofit, Kalamazoo MI

Author(s)

Theresa Gilbride,

Kohta Ueno

Organization(s)

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory,

PNNL,

Building Science Corporation,

BSC

Publication Date

December, 2022

Case study describing a wall retrofit of a 1940s kit home in Kalamazoo MI that included adding 1 inch of rigid polyisocyanurate insulation while replacing siding the vinyl siding to the home.

DOE ZERH 2013 Case Study: e2 Homes Winter Park, Florida [2-page summary version]

Author(s)

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory,

U.S. Department of Energy

Organization(s)

PNNL,

DOE

Publication Date

January, 2013

Case study describing the first certified DOE Zero Energy Ready Home—the “Wilson Residence” in Winter Park, Florida.

Existing Whole-House Solutions Case Study: SMUD's 32nd Avenue Remodel Demonstration Program, Sacramento, CA

Author(s)

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory

Organization(s)

PNNL

Publication Date

March, 2011

Case study describing a retrofit project in the marine climate.

Existing Whole-House Solutions Case Study: SMUD's Energy Efficient Remodel Demonstration Project

Author(s)

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory

Organization(s)

PNNL

Publication Date

October, 2010

Case study describing a retrofit project in the hot-dry climate.

Existing Whole-House Solutions Case Study: SMUD's Energy Efficient Remodel Demonstration Project: Sacramento, CA

Author(s)

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory

Organization(s)

PNNL

Publication Date

October, 2010

Case study describing a retrofit project in the hot-dry climate.

New Whole-House Solutions Case Study: Ravenwood Homes and Energy Smart Home Plans, Inc., Cape Coral, Florida

Author(s)

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory

Organization(s)

PNNL

Publication Date

October, 2012

Case study describing a new construction project in Florida with a HERS score of 15.

DOE Siding Retrofit: Railroad Renovation, Jackson MS

Author(s)

Theresa Gilbride,

Kohta Ueno

Organization(s)

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory,

PNNL,

Building Science Corporation,

BSC

Publication Date

December, 2022

Case study describing a wall retrofit of a 1950s bungaloo home in Jackson MS that included adding 1 inch of rigid XPS insulation while replacing aluminum siding with vinyl siding on the home.

DOE Siding Retrofit: Vinyl over Stucco, Long Island NY

Author(s)

Theresa Gilbride,

Kohta Ueno

Organization(s)

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory,

PNNL,

Building Science Corporation,

BSC

Publication Date

December, 2022

Case study describing a wall retrofit of a 1920s home in Long Island NY that included adding 1 inch of rigid foam insulation over existing stucco and covering with vinyl siding on the home.

DOE ZERH HIA 2013 Case Study - Dwell Development, Seattle, Washington

Author(s)

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory,

U.S. Department of Energy

Organization(s)

PNNL,

USDOE

Publication Date

September, 2013

Case study describing a DOE Zero Energy Ready Home 2013 Housing Innovation Award Winner in Seattle, WA, that scored HERS 34 without PV.

Impacts of Shading and Glazing Combinations on Residential Energy Use in a Hot Dry Climate

Author(s)

Farrar-Nagy Sara,

Anderson Ren,

Hancock C E,

Reeves Paul

Organization(s)

National Renewable Energy Laboratory,

NREL,

Partnership for Resource Conservation,

U.S. Department of Energy,

DOE

Publication Date

July, 2000

Study evaluating opportunities for reducing cooling energy use in a hot dry climate through the use of shading and window options.

New Whole-House Solutions Case Study: Insight Homes: Deep Creek, Seaford, Delaware

Author(s)

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory

Organization(s)

PNNL

Publication Date

April, 2012

Case study describing a home builder that has refined its home designs to achieve HERS scores of 49 to 56 on 40 to 70 homes per year.

Existing Whole-House Solutions Case Study: Evaluation of a Multifamily Retrofit in Climate Zone 5, Boulder, Colorado

Author(s)

Steven Winter Associates

Organization(s)

CARB,

SWA

Publication Date

November, 2013

Case study describing a multifamily retrofit project in a cold climate.

New Whole-House Solutions Case Study: The Performance House: A Cold Climate Challenge Home, Old Greenwich, Connecticut

Author(s)

Steven Winter Associates

Organization(s)

CARB,

SWA

Publication Date

November, 2013

Case study describing a high performance test home incorporating best practices for energy efficiency.

Existing Whole-House Solutions Case Study: Deep Energy Retrofit of 1910 House, Portland, Oregon

Author(s)

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory

Organization(s)

PNNL

Publication Date

December, 2011

Case study describing a deep energy renovation of a home in the marine climate.

New Whole-House Solutions Case Study: Habitat for Humanity Palm Beach County, West Palm Beach, Florida

Author(s)

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory

Organization(s)

PNNL

Publication Date

November, 2011

Case study describing a new building project that partnered with Habitat for Humanity.

DOE Siding Retrofit: Insulating Concrete Block Walls, Phoenix AZ

Author(s)

Theresa Gilbride,

Kohta Ueno

Organization(s)

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory,

PNNL,

Building Science Corporation,

BSC

Publication Date

December, 2022

Case study describing a wall retrofit of a 1940s home in Phoenix AZ that included adding 2 inches of rigid polyisocyanurate insulation while adding stucco siding to a previously unsided and uninsulated slump-block home.

Building America Top Innovations 2013: Next Generation Advanced Framing

Author(s)

Home Innovation Research Labs,

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory

Organization(s)

HIRL,

PHI,

PNNL

Publication Date

September, 2013

Case study describing a DOE Building America Top Innovation about advanced framing techniques for high-performance home construction.

New Whole-House Case Study: Transformations, Inc. Net Zero Energy Communities, Devens, Easthampton, Townsend, Massachusetts

Author(s)

Building Science Corporation

Organization(s)

BSC

Publication Date

November, 2013

Case study describing a new construction net zero energy home.

New Whole-House Solutions Case Study: Heritage Buildings, Inc., and Energy Smart Home Plans, Leland, North Carolina

Author(s)

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory

Organization(s)

PNNL

Publication Date

October, 2012

Case study describing a new construction project in North Carolina.

High Performance Builder Spotlight: ReVISION Home, Las Vegas, Nevada

Author(s)

Theresa Gilbride

Organization(s)

PNNL

Publication Date

January, 2010

Case study describing a 1963 mid-century modern home in Las Vegas that got an energy-efficiency overhaul, improving performance from a HERS score of 123 to 44, or net-zero when the 4.8 kW of photovoltaic panels are added.

Protection of Openings-Shutters and Glazing, FEMA Technical Fact Sheet No. 6.2

Author(s)

Federal Emergency Management Agency

Organization(s)

FEMA

Publication Date

December, 2010

Technical fact sheet describing the selection and installation of storm shutters and impact-resistant glazing and other types of opening protection in windborne debris regions; also published in FEMA P-499 “Home Builder’s Guide to Coastal Construction: Technical Fact Sheet Series.”

DOE ZERH HIA 2013 Case Study: Ferguson Design and Construction, Sagaponack, New York

Author(s)

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory,

U.S. Department of Energy

Organization(s)

PNNL,

DOE

Publication Date

September, 2013

Case study describing a DOE Zero Energy Ready 2013 Housing Innovation Award Winner in Long Island, NY, that scored HERS 43 without PV.

New Whole-House Solutions Case Study: Tommy Williams Homes Initial Performance of Two Zero Energy Homes, Gainesville, Florida

Author(s)

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory

Organization(s)

PNNL

Publication Date

November, 2013

Case study describing two new construction projects in Florida built to be net zero energy homes.

Existing Whole-House Solutions Case Study: Build San Antonio Green, San Antonio, Texas

Author(s)

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory

Organization(s)

PNNL

Publication Date

June, 2013

Case study describing one of three deep energy renovations of occupied affordable homes.

DOE ZERH HIA 2013 Case Study: Clifton View Homes, Coupeville, Washington

Author(s)

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory,

U.S. Department of Energy

Organization(s)

PNNL,

DOE

Publication Date

September, 2013

Case study about a Zero Energy Ready Home 2013 Housing Innovation Award Winner construction project in the marine climate.

DOE ZERH HIA 2013 Case Study: Caldwell and Johnson, Exeter, Rhode Island

Author(s)

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory,

U.S. Department of Energy

Organization(s)

PNNL,

DOE

Publication Date

September, 2013

Case study describing a DOE Zero Energy Ready Home 2013 Housing Innovation Award Winner in Exeter, Rhode Island, that scored HERS 43 without PV.

DOE ZERH HIA 2013 Case Study: StreetScape Development, LLC, Libertyville, Illinois

Author(s)

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory,

U.S. Department of Energy

Organization(s)

PNNL,

DOE

Publication Date

September, 2013

Case study describing a DOE Zero Energy Ready Home 2013 Housing Innovation Award Winner in Libertyville, IL that scored HERS 45 without PV.

DOE ZERH HIA 2014 Case Study: KB Homes, Double ZeroHouse, San Marcos, CA

Author(s)

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory,

U.S. Department of Energy

Organization(s)

PNNL,

DOE

Publication Date

September, 2014

Case study describing a DOE Zero Energy Ready Home 2014 Housing Innovation Award winner that scored HERS 43 without PV and 0 with PV.

Technology Solutions Case Study: Idaho, Oregon, and Washington Manufactured Home Builders

Author(s)

Florida Solar Energy Center

Organization(s)

BA-PIRC,

FSEC

Publication Date

November, 2013

Case study describing a package of energy- efficiency measures for new manufactured homes in the Pacific Northwest, including triple-pane highly efficient windows.

New Whole-House Solutions Case Study: Nelson Construction: Hamilton Way, Farmington, CT

Author(s)

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory

Organization(s)

PNNL

Publication Date

April, 2012

Case study describing the design and testing of 10 high-performance homes in Farmington, Connecticut.

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

Author(s)

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory

Organization(s)

PNNL

Publication Date

December, 2009

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

DOE ZERH HIA 2013 Case Study: BPC Green Builders, New Fairfield, Connecticut

Author(s)

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory,

U.S. Department of Energy

Organization(s)

PNNL,

DOE

Publication Date

September, 2013

Case study describing a DOE Zero Energy Ready Home 2013 Housing Innovation Award Winner in west Connecticut that scored HERS 39 without solar PV.

DOE ZERH HIA 2013 Case Study: Garbett Homes, Herriman, Utah

Author(s)

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory,

U.S. Department of Energy

Organization(s)

PNNL,

DOE

Publication Date

September, 2013

Case study describing a DOE Zero Energy Ready Home 2013 Housing Innovation Award Winner in Herriman, UT, that scored HERS 40 without PV, -1 with PV.

DOE ZERH HIA 2014 Case Study: New Town Builders, the ArtiZEN Plan, Denver, CO

Author(s)

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory,

U.S. Department of Energy

Organization(s)

PNNL,

DOE

Publication Date

September, 2014

Case study describing a DOE Zero Energy Ready Home 2014 Housing Innovation Award winner that scored HERS 38 without PV and -3 with PV.

DOE ZERH HIA 2013 Case Study: Nexus Energy Homes, Frederick, Maryland

Author(s)

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory,

U.S. Department of Energy

Organization(s)

PNNL,

DOE

Publication Date

September, 2013

Case study describing a DOE Zero Energy Ready Home 2013 Housing Innovation Award Winner in Frederick MD that scored HERS 43 without PV and HERS 28 with PV.

DOE ZERH HIA 2013 Case Study: Mandalay Homes, Phoenix, Arizona

Author(s)

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory,

U.S. Department of Energy

Organization(s)

PNNL,

DOE

Publication Date

September, 2013

Case study describing a DOE Zero Energy Ready Home 2013 Housing Innovation Award Winner in Phoenix, AZ that scored HERS 58 without PV and HERS 38 with PV.

DOE ZERH HIA 2013 Case Study: Manatee County Habitat for Humanity, Ellenton, Florida

Author(s)

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory,

U.S. Department of Energy

Organization(s)

PNNL,

DOE

Publication Date

September, 2013

Case study describing a DOE Zero Energy Ready Home 2013 Housing Innovation Award Winner in Ellenton FL that scored HERS 53 without PV and HERS 23 with PV.

DOE ZERH HIA 2014 Case Study: TC Legend Homes, Cedarwood, Bellingham, WA

Author(s)

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory,

U.S. Department of Energy

Organization(s)

PNNL,

DOE

Publication Date

September, 2014

Case study describing a DOE Zero Energy Ready Home 2014 Housing Innovation Award winner in the marine climate that scored HERS 43 without PV and 13 with PV.

DOE ZERH HIA 2013 Case Study: Transformations, Custom Home, Devens, Massachusetts

Author(s)

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory,

U.S. Department of Energy

Organization(s)

PNNL,

DOE

Publication Date

September, 2013

Case study describing a DOE Zero Energy Ready Home 2013 Housing Innovation Award winning custom home in Devens MA that scored HERS 34 without PV or HERS -21 with PV.

DOE ZERH HIA 2013 Case Study: Production House, Transformations, Devens, MA

Author(s)

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory,

U.S. Department of Energy

Organization(s)

PNNL,

DOE

Publication Date

September, 2013

Case study describing a DOE Zero Energy Ready Home 2013 Housing Innovation Award Winning production home in Devens MA that scored HERS 35 without PV or HERS -37 with PV.

DOE ZERH HIA 2014 Case Study: Palo Duro Homes, Albuquerque, NM

Author(s)

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory,

U.S. Department of Energy

Organization(s)

PNNL,

DOE

Publication Date

September, 2014

Case study describing a DOE Zero Energy Ready Home 2014 Housing Innovation Award winner that scored HERS 55 without PV and 15 with PV.

DOE ZERH HIA 2013 Case Study: Ithaca Neighborhood Housing Services, Ithaca, New York

Author(s)

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory,

U.S. Department of Energy

Organization(s)

PNNL,

DOE

Publication Date

October, 2013

Case study describing a DOE Zero Energy Ready Home 2013 Housing Innovation Award Winner in Ithaca, NY, that scored HERS 50 without PV.

DOE ZERH HIA 2013 Case Study: Weiss Building & Development, Custom Home, Downers Grove, Illinois

Author(s)

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory,

U.S. Department of Energy

Organization(s)

PNNL,

DOE

Publication Date

September, 2013

Case study describing a DOE Zero Energy Ready Home 2013 Housing Innovation Award winning custom home in Downers Grove IL that scored HERS 35 without PV.