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National Center for Appropriate Technology, Butte, MT. – 1983
Moisture problems are identified as an important element in home energy conservation programs. A systematic approach to understanding, recognizing, solving, and preventing moisture-related problems is offered in this four-section report. Section I examines the root of moisture problems. Section II discusses symptoms and causes of excess moisture…
Descriptors: Climate Control, Energy, Energy Conservation, Facility Improvement
Ackerman, Allan D.; And Others – 1977
This publication is a homeowner's guide to energy conserving home improvements. This second edition is the same as the earlier version except that the energy conservation cost and saving estimates are based on more current fuel prices. The reader is led through steps to assess the energy conservation needs of a home and then through how to effect…
Descriptors: Air Conditioning, Climate Control, Cost Effectiveness, Energy
Byalin, Joan – 1981
This book is the first in a series of Energy Tool Kits designed for women by Consumer Action Now, a non-profit organization devoted to promoting energy efficiency and renewable energy resources. Information is provided in 16 sections: introduction, home energy survey; caulking; weatherstripping (double-hung and sliding windows, and casement,…
Descriptors: Climate Control, Conservation Education, Electrical Appliances, Energy
Ball, Larry; Soukup, Dennis – Nevada Department of Education, 2006
The Department of Education has undertaken an ambitious effort to develop statewide career and technical education skill standards. The standards in this document are for Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (HVAC&R) programs and are designed to clearly state what the student should know and be able to do upon completion of…
Descriptors: National Standards, Heat, Job Skills, Ventilation
Navarro Coll., Corsicana, TX. – 1979
This module is the tenth in a series of eleven modules in an energy conservation curriculum for secondary and postsecondary vocational students. It is designed for use by itself or as part of a sequence of four modules on energy conservation in building construction and operation (see also modules 8, 9, and 11). The objective of this module is to…
Descriptors: Air Conditioning, Building Operation, Climate Control, Conservation Education
Younger, Charles; Orsak, Charles G., Jr. – 1982
Designed for student use in "Energy Conservation and Passive Design Concepts," one of 11 courses in a 2-year associate degree program in solar technology, this manual provides readings, bibliographies, and illustrations for seven course modules. The manual, which corresponds to an instructor guide for the same course, covers the…
Descriptors: Air Conditioning, Air Conditioning Equipment, Building Design, Climate Control