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From Energy Guzzler to Near Zero Energy Home: Lessons from the Phased Deep Retrofit Project

Author: Danny Parker and Dave Chasar

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December 06, 2017

Between 2012 and 2014, DOE sponsored the Phased Deep Retrofit (PDR) study in 60 all-electric Florida homes. The purpose of the study, which was conducted by researchers at the Florida Solar Energy Center, was to establish annual energy ... [continue reading]

Selling Comfort and Providing Energy Efficiency

Author: Carrie Sturrock

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February 23, 2016

On a mission to help people make homes more energy efficient? So are we. Indow sells and installs interior window inserts in homes that help homeowners stay warmer in the winter and cooler in ... [continue reading]

Bay View, Carmel: A Very Water- And Energy-Efficient Retrofit

Author: Rob Nicely and Melanie Bretz

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December 28, 2015

It’s not every day that we get to work on our dream house… from a sustainability point of view. But that's what happened when we took on this remodel. On this project, ... [continue reading]

Postretrofit News and Analysis

Author: Jim Gunshinan

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November 01, 2015

Our house was built in 1951, but Michele and I have been living there since 2007. I’ve met the two previous owners. One was careful about keeping the house comfortable and efficient—the other ... [continue reading]

Living in an Old House Remodeled to Passive House Standard

Author: Chie Kawahara

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November 01, 2015

My husband, Kurt Hurley, and I are homeowners with passion for green building, and we've managed to reduce the energy consumption of our 93-year-old house by 80% through a very detailed renovation following the Passive House (... [continue reading]

Hidden Benefit of Home Performance: Increased Home Value

Author: Tim Miller

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September 01, 2015

One of the more frequent questions fielded by Clean Energy Works is: What exactly is home performance, and why should I—a homeowner—invest in these upgrades? Practically speaking, a home is an ... [continue reading]

Favorite Multifamily Retrofits, Part 2

Author: Sean Maxwell

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August 30, 2015

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Favorite Multifamily Retrofits

Author: Marc Zuluaga and Sean Maxwell

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April 28, 2015

Which retrofit is better: changing the boiler or changing the lighting? There are so many possibilities for multifamily buildings that choosing the "best" retrofit depends a lot on your definition. Are you after the most ... [continue reading]