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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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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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PNNL,
DOE
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Case study describing a DOE Zero Energy Ready Home 2017 Housing Innovation Award winner that scored HERS 41 without PV and 8 with PV.
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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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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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Guide describing the retrofit of kitchen exhaust systems, including duct sizing and routing considerations.
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Guide describing how to provide combustion air for fireplaces and how to test fireplaces for combustion safety.
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Guide describing categories of direct-vent combustion space- and water-heating equipment and combustion safety testing.
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Information guide describing things to consider before attempting retrofits including any combustion appliances, or that may affect them.