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RESIDENTIAL VENTILATION STUDY
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Impact/Purpose:
This project evaluated the effectiveness, first costs and operational costs of various types of residential ventilation systems in three different climates in the U.S. The Agency, through its Energy Star Program, recommends that builders construct homes that are energy efficient (through sealing, insulation, high- efficiency windows, high-efficiency heating and cooling systems) in order to reduce consumption of fossil fuels. Because some homes built to these specifications can have inadequate ventilation for the occupants, moisture and other indoor air quality problems, this study evaluated the ability of several types of mechanical systems to supply adequate ventilation to homes. The National Association of Home Builders National Research Center concluded the study in November 2001.
Description:
This project evaluated the effectiveness, first costs and operational costs of various types of residential ventilation systems in three different climates in the U.S. The Agency, through its Energy Star Program, recommends that builders construct homes that are energy efficient (through sealing, insulation, high- efficiency windows, high-efficiency heating and cooling systems) in order to reduce consumption of fossil fuels. Because some homes built to these specifications can have inadequate ventilation for the occupants, moisture and other indoor air quality problems, this study evaluated the ability of several types of mechanical systems to supply adequate ventilation to homes. The National Association of Home Builders National Research Center concluded the study in November 2001.
