Heating Systems (general)- Page 3 of 9
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Why Energy Efficiency Matters More than Ever
Transitioning to all-electric power for our homes and vehicles means increased demand for already-limitied clean, renewable energy, which makes energy efficiency critical
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What Happens to Used Electricity?
Electricity gets converted to heat, most of which stays inside the house
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Testing Ducts for Air Leakage
Two ways to test ducts for airtightness in order to meet 2021 energy code requirements
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Pretty Good House Online Training Series
An e-learning opportunity for anyone interested in building better houses
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Heating and Cooling with Heat Pumps
Three types of heat pump systems—how they work, their performance properties, and suggested applications
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The BS* + Beer Show: Hydronic Heating and Cooling
A technically rich overview of the role of air-to-water heat pumps in hydronic space-conditioning systems
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Make It a Mechanical Room, Not Just a Closet
HVAC equipment is expensive and critical for the health of occupants and buildings, so design the right-sized conditioned space to house it
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The BS* + Beer Show: Masonry Heaters
A look at the qualities that make this alternative heating method attractive
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Solid Fuel–Burning Appliances and the Risk of Pyrolysis
A lesser-known safety threat associated with woodstoves and fireplaces
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Designing a Mechanical Room
Key considerations for ensuring a safe and efficient space for housing a home’s HVAC components
