Bibliograph

The visual handbook of energy conservation, a comprehensive guide to reducing energy use at home, Charlie Wing

Type

Label

The visual handbook of energy conservation, a comprehensive guide to reducing energy use at home, Charlie Wing

Language

eng

Index

index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

The visual handbook of energy conservation

Nature of contents

handbooks

Oclc number

854541718

Responsibility statement

Charlie Wing

Sub title

a comprehensive guide to reducing energy use at home

Summary

"From the author of the best-selling The Visual Handbook of Building and Remodeling (over 300,000 copies sold in all three editions), comes a new book in the same graphic format that explains how to reduce energy use in the home. With a vast array of well-organized and easily accessible essential data, The Visual Handbook of Energy Conservation is destined to establish itself as the standard reference for energy conservation projects. Based on manufacturers' information, government GREEN/LEED information, builder association information, the author's personal experiences, and other sources, the book will document the established best practices when it comes to energy conservation. The most current energy-related building codes will be included and referenced frequently. The visual handbook will cover all facets of building construction from foundations to interior finishes, from new construction to remodeling and renovation, and will include both residential and light commercial construction. It will be valued by architects, designers, and specifiers--as well as contractors, builders, subcontractors, developers, and others involved in the building, restoration, and renovation of buildings"--, Provided by publisher"This book uses a unique visual approach to create the Architectural Graphic Standards of energy efficiency"--, Provided by publisher

Table Of Contents

About Energy -- Energy Fuels -- Climate -- Heating -- Cooling -- Hot Water -- Insulation and R-Value -- Recommended R-Values -- Best Insulating Practices -- Windows and Exterior Doors -- Air Sealing the Envelope -- Moisture and Air Quality -- Lighting -- Appliance Efficiency -- Solar Tempering -- Appendices -- Units and Conversion Factors -- Glossary -- Additional Resources

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