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The latest resources for the home and building performance industry

Our online resource library contains industry resources, including downloadable PDFs, webinar playbacks, videos, and reports. This library is continually updated to include the latest information and educational content.

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Building HVAC Science Podcast: Breaking Down Silos: The Path to Better Retrofit Training with Ben Hildebrandt

Whether you’re a contractor, designer, educator, or just curious about the future of high-performance buildings, this episode delivers a comprehensive look at what’s working in the green building movement.

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DOE: WAP Standard Work Specifications

Visit the WAP Standard Work Specifications (SWS) webpage for a free online tool and industry guide that defines the minimum acceptable outcomes for home energy upgrades.

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Building Performance Workshop: Mystery Problems in New Home Solved by Builder Using Diagnostics

In this video, Corbett Lunsford and Scott True discuss using diagnostics to solve mystery problems in a new home.

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Build Show Build Boston: Blower Door Test

Learn about the process of running a blower door test

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Building Performance Workshop: HVAC Duct Design: Manual D, Fittings, Friction Rate, Pressure Loss, & Static Pressure

Corbett Lunsford and HVAC design calculations trainer Alex Meaney talk about duct design calculations, the Manual D and ASHRAE ways.

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Energy Circle: Encircled Podcast: Talking Electrification with Zach Lawrence and Gabe Lieb of Efficiency First California

Listen to a discussion of the latest in California’s home electrification movement, including the state of rebate and incentive programs, and why what’s happening in California matters to contractors around the country.

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Inspecting the Building of the Future

Watch this 5-minute video for an introduction to the grid-interactive efficient building (GEB).

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International Code Council Guide to Energy Codes and Building Performance Standards

View a free guide to energy codes and building performance standards, including model energy codes and case studies.

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Passive House Podcast: Mark Siddall, LEAP

In this episode, LEAP architect Mark Siddell walks us through the eight stages of the RIBA Passive Haus Overlay.

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HVAC Fail: Mechanical Plan Red Flags and How to Find Them in Your Man J/S/D Design

In this video, Corbett Lundsford talks about mechanical red flags in HVAC design plans.

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NEEP: Best Practices for Remote Virtual Inspections (RVI)

Remote Virtual Inspections (RVI) are a method of inspection that uses technology to allow inspectors or certified Third-Party Inspection Agencies (TPIA) to conduct inspections while not being physically present at the inspection site.

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NYSERDA: Cold-Climate Air Source Heat Pump Install Guide Videos

Short (2-5 min) video refreshers on key steps in installation of cold-climate air source heat pumps. 

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Home Performance: HVAC Duct Design 101

Corbett Lunsford and Alex Meaney discuss HVAC Duct Design 101. The good, the bad, and the ugly.

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Home Performance: Borderline of Balanced Ventilation: When Bath Fans Won’t Work, and an ERV Becomes Necessary at Home

Corbett Lundsford talks about when to use an ERV in a home. And when not to...

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Whole Home Performance HVAC: Energy Efficient Heating, Cooling, & Weatherization

An HVAC contractor in Georgia discusses how his family-owned company focuses on weatherization and efficient heating and cooling, an essential component of fighting climate change.

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