In order to clarify determine the energy consumption and the indoor environment of an experimentalhouse with energy efficient design, measurements were taken since January 2006. The house isoccupied twice a year, for a week each in summer and winter. Simulation was used to predict theenergy consumption and indoor environment of the experimental house with a typical four-personfamily. The aim of this study is to understand the influence of energy efficient building design on energyconsumption and indoor environment.
States that most Colorado homes deliver R-13 walls, R-30 attics, double vinyl windows (no low-e) a low-end water heater, and extraordinarily leaky ductwork. Describes the work of one builder who has changed to building high-performance homes, and details the features which make the new homes stand out.
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