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Selecting Windows - Florida Solar Energy Center

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Guidance for the Average Building Owner<br />

PPurchase the best window you can afford for your<br />

situation, considering:<br />

< Direction the window faces<br />

< Degree of existing shading of that window<br />

PShade east- and west-facing windows from direct<br />

sunlight<br />

< Trees<br />

< Trellis vines<br />

< Shrubs and plants<br />

< Awnings and shade screens<br />

< Shutters<br />

PUse double-pane glass and insulated frames to<br />

< Maintain thermal comfort<br />

< Reduce peak A/C size required<br />

< Save energy and electricity costs<br />

< Protect against possible future peak demand charges

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