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Sizing Heating and Cooling Systems Reading List

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• "Consumer Guide to Home Energy Savings." (2003). American Council for an Energy Efficient Economy. 8th Edition.

• "Right-Size Heating and Cooling Equipment" . (January 2002). Technology Fact Sheet, DOE/GO-102002-1490. DOE Building Technology Program.

• Gifford, H. "Downsizing Steam Systems" (November/December 1993). Home Energy Magazine Online. Posted on the Argonne National Laboratory Web site.

• Peterson, G. (March/April 1987). "The Art and Science of Balancing Single-Pipe Steam Systems." Home Energy Magazine. p. 24.

• Sherman, C.; Heldebrandt, E. (March/April 1998). "Efficient Cooling: Making It Happen." Home Energy Magazine.

• Proctor, J.; Katsnelson, Z.; Wilson, B. (May/June 1995). "Bigger is Not Better: Sizing Air Conditioners Properly." Home Energy Magazine.