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This project monitors two distinct housing types for their abilities to maximize energy efficiency in the hot and humid climatic conditions that define the Houston-Galveston area. The program includes the analysis of data collected from these homes and establishes a platform for evaluating the success of each home relative to its energy efficiency. In addition, the homes are evaluated in terms of their impact on health and well being of the occupants, ease of maintenance and operation, and cost-effectiveness. Specifically, the homes will also be monitored and tested for mould, a major problem in the hot and humid climatic zone. A case study detailing this information and lessons learned will be prepared and shared in public forums with the building industry and the public thru this website. Inclusion of the project results directly into the curricula of the University of Houston and Rice University's Architectural and Engineering Colleges is being explored.
This project monitored two distinct housing types for their abilities to maximize energy efficiency in the hot and humid climatic conditions that define the Houston-Galveston area. The program included the analysis of data collected from these homes and establishing a platform for evaluating the success of each home relative to its energy efficiency. The findings and recommendations of this project are stated in the final report.
Program Plan and Schedule
Objective 1: Demonstrate with data, the building systems, design techniques and construction methods that lead to energy efficiency greater than IECC 2000.
Objective 2: Develop and implement a local residential monitoring and analysis program that will produce locally specific data demonstrating how residences are affected by design and construction methods in the hot and humid climatic conditions.
Objective 3: Develop the analysis and recommendations for building systems applications that will result in more energy efficient, healthful homes and more environmentally responsible homes.
Objective 4: Develop case studies based upon data and experience gained in the area that will be shared in the area using the HARC stakeholder network.
Objective 5: Communicate the results of the project with homeowners, design and construction professionals, mortgage bankers, code officials, insurance industry specialists, and state and federal lending programs across the Houston Galveston Area.
Objective 6: Provide this information to local universities for use in their Architectural and Engineering classes.
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