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Window Performance — Part 3
Filling the gap between multiple glazing layers with a low-conductivity gas like argon or krypton greatly improves a window’s energy performance
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Window Performance 2 — the Magic of Low-e Coatings
Low-e coatings have revolutionized windows over the past 30 years
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The Revolution in Window Performance — Part 1
Early gains in window energy performance were made by adding additional layers of glass and deepening the air space
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Resilient Design: Dramatically Better Building Envelopes
A resilient home is a highly energy-efficient home that will maintain livable conditions even during power outages or interruptions in heating fuel
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Irish Passive House Raises Bar for Eco Design
Thick insulation and attention to airtightness help this new home in County Cork meet the Passivhaus standard
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Historic Preservation and Green Renovation
Much alignment and little divergence between the two disciplines
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New Green Building Products — September 2011
High-performance windows, doors, and tapes for your next superinsulated home
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Window Shades, Blinds, and Awnings
How to choose window modifications to prevent summertime overheating