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Presentation by Home Performance Contractor Academy giving a building science introduction for homes in hot climate zones. Part 1 of 7.
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Presentation from Light Home on how to construct homes in hot climate zones.
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Video from Horizon Energy on thermodynamics relating to insulation in attics of homes located in hot climates.
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Presentation describing the health impacts of the extreme heat due to climate change.
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Presentation by Home Performance Contractor Academy giving building science advice for for homes in dry climate zones, specifically combustion safety and combustion appliance zones. Part 3 of 7.
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Presentation by Home Performance Contractor Academy giving building science advice for for homes in dry climate zones, specifically mechanical ventilation for air flow. Part 6 of 7.
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Webinar from Mitsubishi Electric Trane U.S. on the pros and cons of using cold climate air source heat pumps (ccASHP) in homes in cold climates.
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Video describing roof and attic construction for cold climates, including cathedral roof design and insulation strategies, from Cold Climate Housing Research Center.
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Webinar from Shawn LeMons for EEBA on the pros and cons of using cold climate air source heat pumps (ccASHP) in homes in cold climates. Free EEBA login required.
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Video from Cold Climate Housing Research Center showing how to correctly install a vapor retarder for best air leakage prevention.
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Presentation by Home Performance Contractor Academy giving building science advice for for homes in dry climate zones, specifically duct testing and leakage calculations. Part 7 of 7.
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Presentation by Home Performance Contractor Academy giving building science advice for for homes in dry climate zones, specifically pressure, air flow, and air leakage. Part 4 of 7.
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Video from Cold Climate Housing Research Center describing building a raised floor in cold climates for air-sealing and insulation purposes.
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Presentation by Home Performance Contractor Academy giving building science advice for for homes in dry climate zones, specifically weatherization, safety, and quality control measures. Part 2 of 7.
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Video describing a furring in framing technique to further insulate a pre-existing Alaskan house.
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Video from Home Innovation Research Labs on how to properly build a moisture-free closed crawlspace in climate zones 3A and 4A with climate-specific information to ensure energy efficiency, comfort, and durability.
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Presentation by Home Performance Contractor Academy giving building science advice for for homes in dry climate zones, specifically building envelope, air sealing, and attics. Part 5 of 7.
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Video describing ductless heat pump installation and design best practices for cold climate heat pumps.
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Video from Purdue University on utilizing white paint for the purpose of energy conservation in hot climate zones.
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Webinar that reviews market-ready and innovative technology options for all-electric homes in cold climates. It will also discuss building envelope options as well as HVAC and water heating solutions. Free EEBA Digital Chalk account required to view.
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Webinar from Joseph Hillenmeyer of Aprilaire on efficiently managing humidity within the building envelope through proper ventilation. Free EEBA login required.
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Video describing vapor retarders used in Warm-Humid climates.
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Webinar that discusses code requirements found in the prescriptive window and insulation requirements for climate zones 1 and 2.
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Webinar that discusses code requirements found in the prescriptive window and insulation requirements for climate zones 3, 4 and 5.
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Webinar that discusses code requirements found in the prescriptive window and insulation requirements for climate zones 6, 7 and 8.
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Video from Cold Climate Housing Research Center on complete wall system construction guidelines in cold climates. Part 2 of 2.
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Video from Cold Climate Housing Research Center on complete wall system construction guidelines in cold climates. Part 1 of 2.
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Video from Cold Climate Housing Research Center on how to create a heated roof to apply roofing membrane correctly in cold climates.
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Video from Cold Climate Housing Research Center explaining how to correctly 'fur' and outside wall for maximum insulation protection.
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Video from Cold Climate Housing Research Center on how to incorporate energy efficient building design into cold climates, focusing on the tribal community of Kwigillingok, Alaska.