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Information on electrical topics such as communications and wiring,
lighting, and power generation.
Consider using the products below to take advantage of their potential to provide one or more of the following in the homes you build: Affordability, Energy Efficiency, Quality & Durability, Environmental Performance, and Safety.
Guides for designing and building various types of construction
General recommendations and accepted practices
Evaluation of how products and systems perform in real life applications
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Institutional Factors Affecting Commercialization of Fuel Cells
An initial review of the economics and regulatory evolution of stationary generation of electric power in the United States explains the origin of some of the barriers and opportunities that confront the commercialization of distributed generation (DG).
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Review of Residential Electrical Energy Use Data
This report summarizes electrical energy use data for single-family detached homes available from public and private sources. Data sources summarized in this report include: National annual data from the Residential Energy Consumption Survey (RECS) published by the Energy Information Administration (EIA Monthly data from two builders, Hourly profiles from three utility companies, and Detailed energy use data from field measurements.
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Technical Factors Affecting Commercialization of Fuel Cells
Identify the technical and building code issues and electric system interconnection choices related to the use of fuel cells in residential buildings.
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TechPractices: EcoVillage at Ithaca, Ithaca, NY
By using an inventive arrangement of distribution systems, homes can be designed and constructed to generate low energy bills but maintain high indoor air quality.
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TechPractices: Greenlee Park, McStain Enterprises, Boulder, CO
Greenlee Park, completed in 1997, is the first environmentally sustainable development built by McStain Enterprises, and has since had a big impact on how this company (which averages 250 units a year) builds homes.
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TechPractices: Keith Swilley House, Koehnemann Construction, Panama City, FL
This single-family Florida house uses a horizontal loop geothermal heat pump system and an array of energy-saving strategies.
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TechPractices: Medallion Homes, San Antonio, TX
Medallion Homes, a San Antonio home building company, is committed to constructing energy-efficient and environmentally friendly homes at an affordable price.
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TechPractices: West of Pennsylvania, Brooklyn, NY
West of Pennsylvania and Spring Creek are the two neighborhoods targeted by East Brooklyn Congregations (EBC) to contain the next phase of the Nehemiah Homes Plan, which has already built more than 2,300 homes in Brooklyn.
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Evaluation of how products and systems perform in real
life applications
Frequently asked questions, answered by home building professionals
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Are there any electrical products that are becoming more popular among older homebuyers/remodelers?
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Are there any standards for low-voltage wiring, such as structured wiring, security, central vacuum, audio, and video?
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Did homes built in 1969 have aluminum wiring?
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Do electrical switches, connections, receptacles, and wiring need to be replaced after flooding?
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Do programmable thermostats save energy?
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How can I learn more about wiring homes for data, home theaters, and security?
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The local housing inspector recently informed me that I need to use Arc-Fault Circuit Interrupters. How much will it cost and why do I need it?
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We have just bought a new home and were informed that it has C5 wiring. What does that mean? Where can I get more information on it?
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What are my options if I am working on an addition, and would like to add a separate heating zone and thermostat?
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What are some of the home automation devices available to save energy?
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What is a white LED lighting system?
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What is the difference between "structured wiring" and "home automation?"
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What is the maximum hole that can be drilled in 2x4 studs in load bearing walls for wiring or plumbing?
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Who installs structured wiring systems?
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Recommended Web resources for additional information
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CodeWatch
This e-newsletter, produced by the publisher of EC&M magazine, has news and information about the National Electrical Code (NEC).
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Continental Automated Buildings Association (CABA)
CABA is a not-for-profit industry association that promotes advanced technologies for the automation of homes and buildings in North America. They encourage the development, promotion, pursuit and understanding of integrated systems and automation in homes and buildings.
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Copper Building Wire
A service of the Copper Development Association, this site offers information about copper wiring in the home.
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Copper Development Association (CDA)
Tons of information about copper tubes, pipes, and wiring and the uses in homebuilding, brought to you by the Copper Development Association.
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DOE Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy Network - Solar
Links to research and development in solar photovoltaics. Links to Building Integrated Photovoltaics - BIPV - solar roofing.
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EC&M Magazine
EC&M Magazine is for electrical construction and maintenance professionals. Includes technical articles, market and construction forecasts, and comprehensive product reviews.
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Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI)
With more than 25 years of proven success, EPRI is recognized as a world leader in creating science and technology solutions for the energy industry and for the benefit of the public. EPRI's technical program is unique in its breadth, spanning virtually every aspect of power generation, delivery, and use, including environmental considerations.
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Electrical-online.com
How-to guide for simplifying home electrical projects.
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Electronic House
Electronic House magazine is a consumer publication focusing on all aspects of the connected home. Electronic House covers home automation, home entertainment, small office/home office technology, wireless communications, energy management, telecommunications, and structured wiring.
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Home Automation Zone
Home Automation Zone provides answers to many home automation questions, as well as an open forum to discuss various topics and ask questions.
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HomePlug Powerline Alliance
The HomePlug technology uses power lines in the home as a vehicle to safely send signals from one device to another. The HomePlug Powerline Alliance strives to enable and promote rapid availability, adoption and implementation of cost effective, interoperable and standards-based home powerline networks and products.
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HomePNA
The Home Phoneline Networking Alliance (HomePNA) works to ensure adoption of a single, unified phoneline networking industry standard and pushes for interoperable home networking solutions.
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Illuminating Engineering Society of North America
The Society publishes nearly 100 varied publications including recommended practices on a variety of applications, design guides, technical memoranda, and publications on energy management and lighting measurement. In addition, the Society publishes Lighting Design + Application (LD+A) and the Journal of the Illuminating Engineering Society (JIES).
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Leviton’s Wiring Strategies for Voice and Data Systems
Wiring a residence for Internet or home theater? Follow this guide to make sure you comply with industry standards. Features 96 pages of text, photos and wiring diagrams.
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Lighting Research Center
The Lighting Research Center (LRC), part of Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, provides objective information about lighting technologies, applications, and products.
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Lighting Systems Research Group
Part of the Building Technologies Department of the Environmental Energy Technologies Division at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory. Case studies, articles, and FAQs about their lighting research.
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National Renewable Energy Laboratory's (NREL) Photovoltaic (PV) Research
NREL PV research is focused on decreasing the nation's reliance on fossil-fuel generated electricity by lowering the cost of delivered electricity and improving the efficiency of PV modules and systems.
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Solar Electric Power Association
Nonprofit organization that creates and encourages partnerships to expand the PV market. Phone: 202/857-0898
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TecHomeBuilder Magazine
TecHome Builder magazine provides builders with information and advice on how to leverage technology to increase productivity, competitive edge, and profits and how to incorporate technology products and services effectively in new homes and remodeling projects.
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Underwriters Laboratory, Inc.
Underwriters Laboratories Inc. (UL) is an independent, not-for-profit product safety testing and certification organization. Look up standards, certifications, and more about product safety.
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Wagner Electronic Products, Inc.
Products and information regarding moisture sensing and moisture management solutions.
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