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Energy Efficient Building Resources & Links
Delta- E Foam Construction believes the better informed our customers are, the better decisions they can make concerning their homes and property. We have provided you with a variety of resources to better understand energy efficiency, green building materials and how the effects of these practices can benefit your bottom line. Please read on for more information.
Key:
1. Building Science and Energy Efficiency
2. Special Homes and Buildings
3. Energy Efficiency Guides/Tips
4. Housing Organizations
5. Energy Star
6. Related Information
7. References
8. Building America Program
9. Green Building Resources on www.eeba.org website
10. Energy Periodicals
11. University or College Educational Opportunities
1. Building Science and Energy Efficiency
Building Science Corporation: www.buildingscience.comBuilding Science Corporation specializes in building technology consulting, utilizing their unique understanding of architecture and building dynamics to prevent building performance problems and to design resource efficient, healthy, durable buildings.
National Institute of Building Sciences: www.nibs.org
The building community's connection to the authoritative national source of knowledge and advice on matters of building regulation, science and technology. Investigate current programs and projects, view publications, reports and other products and review current industry issues.
Energy Efficient Building Association: www.eeba.org
EEBA is a nonprofit organization that promotes the awareness, education and development of energy efficient, environmentally responsible buildings and communities. Offers conferences, publications and it's own professional development curriculum for the building industry, the Institute for Building Construction Technology.
Spray Polyurethane Foam Alliance (SPFA): www.sprayfoam.org
Here you'll find technical documents that support the whole range of spray polyurethane foam applications.
American Council for and Energy-Efficient Economy: www.aceee.orgThe American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing energy efficiency as a means of promoting both economic prosperity and environmental protection. Explore the Frontiers of Energy Policy and Energy Efficiency.
2. Special Homes and Buildings
The Monolithic Dome:www.monolithicdome.com
The Monolithic Dome is an extremely energy
efficient, insulated, thin-shell spray polyurethane foam insulated concrete structure that can be used for dome homes, apartments, bulk storage and more.3. Energy Efficiency Guides/Tips
The EPA Energy Star: www.epa.gov/energystar.html
Learn more about the Environmental Protection Agency's Energy Star program, find energy efficient products and manufacturers, read up on the latest consumer tips or read the latest news on saving energy.
4. Housing Organizations
The Partnership for Advancing Technology in Housing: www.pathnet.org
The Partnership for Advancing Technology in Housing (PATH) is a voluntary initiative that seeks to accelerate the creation of widespread use of advanced technologies to radically improve the quality, durability, environmental performance, energy efficiency, and affordability of our Nation's housing. It follows a 3-year, government and industry process to establish National Construction Goals for the residential construction industry.
Residential Engineers and Architects Council On Housing (REACH): www.nahbrc.org
5. Energy Star
Build And Design More Energy-Efficient Building Envelopes
The U.S. EPA/DOE Energy Star 6. Related Information
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• SPFA Water Vapor Transmission Report (PDF)
• Metal Building Manufacturers Association Condensation Fact Sheet (PDF)
- Bynum, Richard, 2001. Insulation Handbook, McGraw-Hill, New York, NY
- Lstiburek, Joseph and John Carmody, 1993. Moisture Control Handbook, Van Nostrand Reinhold, New York, NY
- Lstiburek, Joseph, 1998. Builders Guide: Cold Climates, Building Science Corporation, Westford, MA
- Bynum, Richard, 2001. Insulation Handbook, McGraw-Hill, New York, NY
- Lstiburek, Joseph and John Carmody, 1993. Moisture Control Handbook, Van Nostrand Reinhold, New York, NY
- Lstiburek, Joseph, 1998. Builders Guide: Cold Climates, Building Science Corporation, Westford, MA
- Rose, Bill, 2002. “Rethinking Attic Ventilation Requirements”, 2002. Energy Design Update, Aspen Law & Business, New York, NY, July
The Building America Program brings together all segments of the housing industry (designers, builders, developers, financial institutions, material suppliers, and equipment manufacturers). These industry groups have traditionally worked independently of one another, slowing development and adoption of new technologies. By working together using a systems engineering approach, decisions previously made independently can quickly be made with consideration for the entire design, manufacturing, and construction process, thereby increasing quality and performance without increasing cost.
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• Building America Overview -
What is Building America all about
• Building America Performance Targets - Design criteria for the Building America Program
• Energy Star Program Overview - What is the Energy Star Program all about
• Building Consortium Members - Builders and program partners
• Building America Case Studies - Case Studies of how builders have changed their construction and improved their efficiency
• Project / Development Highlights - Project descriptions by development
• Program Statistics - Number of homes built and summary of energy saving and pollution reduction
• Field Testing Partners - Independent contractors hired to implement our house quality control diagnostic procedures
• Building America Logos and Information - Click here to download the official Building America Logo and other information
The following are links to green building resources:
- Builders Environmental Guide - Pacific Northwest Directory
- Building Environmental Science and Technology
- Center of Excellence for Sustainable Development
- CREST/REPP
- DOE's Pollution Prevention by Design
- EcoHome
- EcoIQ Online Resource Guide
- ECOMALL A Place to Help Save the Earth
- Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy Network (EREN)
- Environmental Building News
- Environmental Protection Agency (EPA): Indoor Air Quality (IAQ)
- Envirosense
- EPA's Energy Star Program
- Georgia Tech's Sustainable Facilities and Infrastructure Program (SFI)
- Global Environmental Options
- Greenbuilder.com
- Green Building Concepts
- Green Building Information Council
- Green Building Resource Center
- Green Building Resource Guide
- Green Buildings Working Group
- GreenDesign.net
- GreenCommunities.com
- National Energy Raters Association
- Northwest Eco Building Guild
- Oikos Green Building Source
- Rocky Mountain Institute
The following are links to energy periodicals:
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• Appliance Journal
• Arid Lands Newsletter
• Builder Magazine
• Conservation Update
• Home Power Magazine
• JI Online
• Solar Today
• State Renewable Energy News
• Sustainable Minnesota Newsletter
• Windpower Monthly News Magazine
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