Guide to superior energy efficiency in homes: a look at building techniques for passive solar heating and superior insulation

Book · Sun Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 1984

OSTI ID:6710005

The purpose of this guide is to present information about home construction and retrofitting techniques that can increase energy efficiency. The guide discusses the basic passive solar techniques and reviews some basic construction details for superior insulation in walls, ceilings, and floors. It also lists other energy conserving techniques as examples to consider when designing for maximum energy efficiency. 14 references, 15 figures.

• OSTI ID: 6710005
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

Related Subjects

14 SOLAR ENERGY
32 ENERGY CONSERVATION, CONSUMPTION, AND UTILIZATION
ENERGY EFFICIENCY
CONSUMER GUIDES
HOUSES
SOLAR ARCHITECTURE
THERMAL INSULATION
ENERGY CONSERVATION
BUILDING MATERIALS
DESIGN
ARCHITECTURE
BUILDINGS
EFFICIENCY
MATERIALS
RESIDENTIAL BUILDINGS
140901* - Solar Thermal Utilization- Space Heating & Cooling
320101 - Energy Conservation
Consumption
& Utilization- Residential Buildings- (-1987)