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NEW CONSTRUCTION

DESIGN/BUILD ISSUES

A number of issues related to new home construction are addressed in this section.
The information is available in HTM or PDF format.
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Design/Construction
     Construction Waste Minimization Methods  PDF  HTM
     Efficient Design and Construction  PDF  HTM
     Elements of an Energy Efficiency House  PDF
     Recycled Construction Materials  PDF  HTM
     Minimizing the Use of Lumber Products in Residential Construction  PDF  HTM

Heating and Cooling
     Air Source Heat Pumps  PDF
     Automatic and Programmable Thermostats  PDF
     Cooling Your Home Naturally  PDF
     Cooling Your Home with Fans and Ventilation  PDF

Landscaping
     Site Development for Environmental Preservation and Energy Efficiency  PDF  HTM

Water
     Low Water Use Benefits and Methods  PDF  HTM

Windows
     Advances in Glazing Materials for Windows  PDF
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