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Energy Star For New Homes Standard Version 12 7
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Author :
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2016
Energy Star For New Homes Standard Version 12 7 written by and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2016 with Buildings categories.
"The international ENERGY STAR program was developed by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in 1992. The program was designed to encourage energy-efficient practices that help to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. By identifying and promoting energy-saving products, the initiative helps protect the environment and lowers energy bills at the same time. The Office of Energy Efficiency (OEE) of NRCan has promoted the international ENERGY STAR symbol in Canada and monitored its use since 2001. The "ENERGY STAR® for New Homes Standard" specifies the technical requirements for a house to be an ENERGY STAR qualified home. It covers topics such as eligibility requirements, pertinent references, and terms and definitions used in the program. It also specifies the minimum requirements common to all ENERGY STAR qualified new homes, outlines the compliance options, and details the prescriptive packages, also known as the Builder Option Packages (BOPs)"--Page x, 1.
Energy Star For New Homes Standard
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language : en
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Release Date : 2012
Energy Star For New Homes Standard written by and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012 with categories.
2012 Energy Star For New Homes Standard
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language : en
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Release Date : 2012
2012 Energy Star For New Homes Standard written by and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012 with Dwellings categories.
Energy Star For New Homes
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language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2009
Energy Star For New Homes written by and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2009 with Dwellings categories.
An Economic Comparison Of Super Energy Efficient Houses To Standard Built Houses
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Author : Mitchell J. Kellermeyer
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2010
An Economic Comparison Of Super Energy Efficient Houses To Standard Built Houses written by Mitchell J. Kellermeyer and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2010 with categories.
Abstract: The U.S. Green Building Council stated buildings are responsible for 36 percent of total energy use and 65% of electricity consumption, 30 percent of greenhouse gas emissions, 30 percent of raw material use, 30 percent of waste output and 12 percent of potable water use (ULI- the Urban Land Institute 2008). According to U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, residential buildings (homes) alone account for 22% of national energy use and 21% of carbon dioxide emissions. With the high amount of energy used by buildings including homes, there will be a greater need for coal. By 2030 an estimated 80 percent more coal will be needed, shifting the U.S. to have to import more coal from other countries (Heinberg). Emissions from buildings are also considered a contributing factor that is changing our climate. (Problems: Global Change and Global Warming). For the past few decades, various energy efficient building technologies have been developed. However, energy efficient homes are still limited nationwide. In 2006, only 200,000 out of 1,801,000 new houses built earned the Energy Star for their energy efficiency (EPA 2007). To be qualified for Energy Star the house must be 15 percent more energy efficient than homes built to the 2004 International Residential Code (EPA 2007). Based on an article titled, "Energy Consumption," energy efficiency can be increased for buildings by reducing air infiltration with weather-stripping and caulking, providing good insulation in walls and attic spaces, controlling temperature in the house with programmable thermostats, and properly maintaining heating and cooling systems (Secondary Energy Infobook). An example of an energy efficient home would be Allen Zimmerman's home. The home had an average total annual electric energy consumption of 5.5 kWh per square foot. Similar homes in central and northern Ohio that are powered solely by electricity have an annual consumption of 9.3 to 11.7 kWh per square foot. Energy efficient building methods implemented in this case included using 2 by 6 stud walls spaced 24 inches on center, placing the specific rooms facing directions to avoid excessive solar gain, determining appropriate window sizes and locations, installing raised-heel trusses to allow more insulation in the attic and a larger overhang to provide maximum shading in the summer, installing an automatic ventilation system, and using energy-efficient fluorescent lamps (Zimmerman 2007). Super-energy-efficient (SEE) homes are based on system design and precision construction to improve the efficiency of homes by around 50 percent. With 56 percent of annual energy bills coming from heating and cooling, finding ways to improve the energy efficiency of the home by reducing the heating and cooling loads is important (Global Green USA 2007). This could be achieved through 2 by 6 walls spaced 24 inches on center to allow better wall insulation, extra interior and exterior finishes, modified framing for added insulation in the attic, and better air barriers around doors and windows. SEE Homes are known in the residential construction industry, but they are not practiced often. Potential increase in construction costs is prohibitive to both homebuilders and buyers. Some people assume that the home will be weaker if the studs are spaced out 24 inches on center instead of 16 inches on center. This is a myth and has not been proved to cause weaknesses in the house. Some also think that making the house too air tight will cause stuffiness to the occupants. But if a proper ventilation system is installed the house can be made more air tight without causing any indoor air quality problems. Another reason SEE homes are less common is because of the lack of knowledge and experience on the contractor's side to build them. The wide acceptance and implementation of SEE home building technologies could take a little extra time and the positive changes would significantly reduce energy consumption in the U.S. This research aims to tackle several major impediments that prevent SEE homes from being widely built in America.
Implementing Hud S Energy Strategy
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Author : Steven C. Preston
language : en
Publisher: DIANE Publishing
Release Date : 2010
Implementing Hud S Energy Strategy written by Steven C. Preston and has been published by DIANE Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2010 with Business & Economics categories.
This report by the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Office of Policy Development and Research, Energy Task Force builds upon HUD¿s initial report -- submitted in August 2006 -- and describes the initiatives that HUD has undertaken to address rising energy costs in federally assisted housing. Contents: (A) Introduction: Estimated Energy Savings; Selected Accomplishments; Congressional Actions Impacting HUD; (B) Energy Costs and Affordable Housing; (C) HUD¿s Energy Strategy; (D) Progress to Date; (E) Moving to Green Building; (F) Energy Reduction Goals and Incentives; Appendixes. Tables.
An Introduction To Green Homes
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Author : Alan F. Simmons
language : en
Publisher: Appraisal Institute
Release Date : 2010
An Introduction To Green Homes written by Alan F. Simmons and has been published by Appraisal Institute this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2010 with Ecological houses categories.
A Guide To The U S Energy Star Program For Canadian Housing Exporters
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Author : Bruce D. Gough
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2004
A Guide To The U S Energy Star Program For Canadian Housing Exporters written by Bruce D. Gough and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2004 with Dwellings categories.
ENERGY STAR is a US national voluntary program for the labeling of energy efficient products. The purpose of this guide is to introduce exporters to the ENERGY STAR Program and to help guide those who may wish to apply the ENERGY STAR label to their export products. The major focus is upon the application of ENERGY STAR to new houses in the US. Other sections of the report review the requirements for other ENERGY STAR eligible housing products that may be exported to the US including windows and doors, heating and cooling equipment, and, reflective roof products. With the exception of houses, these products may also be labeled and marketed with the ENERGY STAR in Canada. A major sub-objective of this work was to compare ENERGY STAR for Homes with Canadian building code requirements and with the R-2000 Standard which is the Canadian voluntary labeling program for efficient new houses. While ENERGY STAR for Homes differs from R-2000 there is an opportunity for exporters to transfer skills and knowledge from the Canadian experience to the US through ENERGY STAR. A study was undertaken which compares the energy performance of a number of house plans built to the Canadian standards and using the ENERGY STAR rating software. The results of this study are attached to this report as Appendix A: Comparisons with Canadian Standards and an "ENERGY STAR Ready" Package. An "ENERGY STAR Ready" Package is recommended for exporters and the sensitivity of the performance rating of the package is examined in different locations across the US and through a series of changes to the specification.
Guide To Green Building Rating Systems
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Author : Linda Reeder
language : en
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Release Date : 2010-03-29
Guide To Green Building Rating Systems written by Linda Reeder and has been published by John Wiley & Sons this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2010-03-29 with Architecture categories.
The one-stop guide for choosing a green building rating system Today, sustainability is a growing concern for the architects, designers, builders, and owners of commercial and residential buildings. Meeting the requirements of a rating system provides a metric to evaluate and set priorities. But the variety and complexity of methods available to assess the eco-friendliness of a building can seem overwhelming. Guide to Green Building Rating Systems informs readers about the rating system selection process. Comparing essential issues such as cost, ease of use, and building performance, this book offers solid guidance that will help readers find the rating system that best fits their needs. This easy-to-follow reference includes: An overview of the major national rating systems, including LEED®, Green Globes®, the National Green Building Standard, and ENERGY STAR® An in-depth look at each rating system, including its evolution, objectives, point structure, levels of certification, benefits, and shortcomings How the ratings systems work for different types of buildings—commercial, multi-family residential, and single-family residential construction Illustrated case studies from different climate regions with project descriptions, cost data, and lessons learned by design teams, constructors, and owners An overview of local, regional, and international rating systems Guide to Green Building Rating Systems demystifies complex material, making this book an essential reference for building professionals engaged in, or wishing to pursue, sustainable building practices.
Energy Efficiency Of Buildings
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Author : United States. Congress. Senate. Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. Subcommittee on Energy
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2007
Energy Efficiency Of Buildings written by United States. Congress. Senate. Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. Subcommittee on Energy and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2007 with Architecture categories.