Guide
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Guide describing approaches to burying and encapsulating ducts in unconditioned attics to increase the overall R-value of duct insulation.
Guide
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Guide describing method for designing and installing ducts in a raised ceiling chase.
Guide
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Guide that illustrates how and when to encapsulate ductwork in unconditioned attics, increasing the R-value of duct insulation, mitigating condensation issues, and reducing air leakage.
Case Study
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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.
Reference
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Project discussing buried or encapsulated ducts and their pros and cons.
Guide
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Guide describing method for installing ducts in a duct chase in a dropped ceiling.
Reference
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Report of a field evaluation of four novel roof designs to see how each design would reduce space-conditioned energy use so that the knowledge gained could be applied to the design of new manufactured homes.
Case Study
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Case study describing a whole-house, deep energy retrofit project in the marine climate.
Information Guide
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Information guide describing the use of attic ventilation fans to mechanically pull outside air through the attic in an attempt to cool the attic, control moisture, and prevent ice dams.
Guide
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Guide describing air-sealing of the seams and holes in HVAC air handler and furnace cabinets.