The online publication known as ecohome recently published an article that discusses federal-level incentive options for homeowners undertaking weatherization projects.
The article points out that the established Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) and the new Home Star bill provide up to $3000 in rebates for homeowners who install energy-efficient upgrades, including windows. Additionally, the Existing Home Retrofit Tax Credit offers an incentive of up to $1500 for the purchase of energy-efficient products such as ENERGY STAR windows.
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Sunday, June 13, 2010
Thursday, June 3, 2010
NFRC to Exhibit at AIA Convention in Miami
NFRC will be exhibiting during the American Institute of Architects (AIA) 2010 National Convention and Design Exposition at the Miami Beach Convention Center, Thursday, June 10 - Saturday, June 12.
The AIA has chosen the theme, “Design for the New Decade” for the convention. According to the convention Website, AIA believes that as a new decade begins in the 21st century, architects and design professionals continue to navigate through a difficult economic climate while rising to the challenges of creating livable communities and contemplating how the next ten years could revise the traditional ways that they practice architecture.
Educational Opportunities
During the convention, there will be more than 200 program offerings, including pre-convention workshops, theme presentations, and exposition education. Topics will include business planning, business development, marketing, zero net energy design, and building codes.
Additionally, the AIA Miami has extended learning opportunities beyond the convention center by arranging more than 70 educational tours that explore the diversity of the city’s architecture.
Convention Hours
The exhibit hall will be open from 9:30 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, June 10 and Friday, June 11. It will also be open from 8:30 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, June 12.
The AIA expects approximately 800 exhibitors to be on its floor when the doors open.
If you are attending the convention, be sure to visit NFRC at booth #1001. We look forward to answering your questions about our activities and programs.
The AIA has chosen the theme, “Design for the New Decade” for the convention. According to the convention Website, AIA believes that as a new decade begins in the 21st century, architects and design professionals continue to navigate through a difficult economic climate while rising to the challenges of creating livable communities and contemplating how the next ten years could revise the traditional ways that they practice architecture.
Educational Opportunities
During the convention, there will be more than 200 program offerings, including pre-convention workshops, theme presentations, and exposition education. Topics will include business planning, business development, marketing, zero net energy design, and building codes.
Additionally, the AIA Miami has extended learning opportunities beyond the convention center by arranging more than 70 educational tours that explore the diversity of the city’s architecture.
Convention Hours
The exhibit hall will be open from 9:30 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, June 10 and Friday, June 11. It will also be open from 8:30 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, June 12.
The AIA expects approximately 800 exhibitors to be on its floor when the doors open.
If you are attending the convention, be sure to visit NFRC at booth #1001. We look forward to answering your questions about our activities and programs.
Tuesday, June 1, 2010
NFRC's CEO, Jim Benney, Speaks out on Using U-factors
NFRC’s CEO, Jim Benney, was recently featured in a blog article where he speaks about why NFRC uses U-factors.
Benney points out that he has recently seen a number of articles, blogs, and online discussions regarding U-factor and R-value, especially with regard to fenestration products. Benney’s posting is intended to set the record straight on this important issue.
NFRC encourages you to visit the blog and to post your comments. You can do that here.
Benney points out that he has recently seen a number of articles, blogs, and online discussions regarding U-factor and R-value, especially with regard to fenestration products. Benney’s posting is intended to set the record straight on this important issue.
NFRC encourages you to visit the blog and to post your comments. You can do that here.
Thursday, May 27, 2010
DOE Announces R-5 Volume Purchase Program During Press Conference at NAHB
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has announced the launch of the Highly-Insulating R-5 Windows and Low-e Storm Windows Volume Purchase Program, part of a multi-year, integrated strategy to transform the market for high efficiency windows.
The announcement took place at the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) headquarters in Washington, D.C. at 3:00 p.m. (EST) today.
A press release issued by the DOE says the program will facilitate widespread deployment of these windows by pairing manufacturers with buyers looking to purchase in volume and by setting performance expectations.
A separate press release issued by the Department of Energy's Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) says today’s announcement represents the culmination of a yearlong effort whereby PNNL researchers worked with window industry professionals to bring manufacturers and distributors of high performance, energy efficient windows together with homebuilders, weatherization agencies, educational institutions, and others capable of purchasing large volumes of these windows.
The announcement took place at the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) headquarters in Washington, D.C. at 3:00 p.m. (EST) today.
A press release issued by the DOE says the program will facilitate widespread deployment of these windows by pairing manufacturers with buyers looking to purchase in volume and by setting performance expectations.
A separate press release issued by the Department of Energy's Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) says today’s announcement represents the culmination of a yearlong effort whereby PNNL researchers worked with window industry professionals to bring manufacturers and distributors of high performance, energy efficient windows together with homebuilders, weatherization agencies, educational institutions, and others capable of purchasing large volumes of these windows.
Wednesday, May 26, 2010
DOE to Launch R-5 Program Tomorrow at NAHB
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL), and the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) are co-hosting a kickoff event for the Highly Insulating R5 (U value 0.2) Windows and Low-e Storm Windows Volume Purchase Program tomorrow, Thursday, May 27.
The event will take place at NAHB’s headquarters in Washington, D.C. The DOE reports that 50 companies submitted proposals to participate in the R-5 windows program.
A press release from the DOE regarding the details of the event will be available tomorrow.
The event will take place at NAHB’s headquarters in Washington, D.C. The DOE reports that 50 companies submitted proposals to participate in the R-5 windows program.
A press release from the DOE regarding the details of the event will be available tomorrow.
Monday, May 24, 2010
Briefing on Building Star Shows Promise
Glass Magazine is reporting on its Website that the High-Performance Congressional Caucus Coalition hosted a lunch briefing on Building Star yesterday, Monday, May 24.
The event took place at the U.S. House of Representatives, Rayburn House Office Building, and approximately 80 participants pre-registered to attend.
Building Star supports the retrofitting of 40 percent of America’s commercial and residential buildings by 2020. This equates to approximately 50 million buildings. Realizing this goal depends in part on having strong energy efficiency codes and standards that are strictly enforced.
Glass Magazine says the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy sees Building Star creating 187,000 jobs and saving $3.3 billion in annual energy costs by the end of 2011.
Source
The event took place at the U.S. House of Representatives, Rayburn House Office Building, and approximately 80 participants pre-registered to attend.
Building Star supports the retrofitting of 40 percent of America’s commercial and residential buildings by 2020. This equates to approximately 50 million buildings. Realizing this goal depends in part on having strong energy efficiency codes and standards that are strictly enforced.
Glass Magazine says the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy sees Building Star creating 187,000 jobs and saving $3.3 billion in annual energy costs by the end of 2011.
Source
Saturday, May 22, 2010
Udall Bill Would help Schools Locate Existing Energy Efficiency Programs
The Alliance to Save Energy (ASE) is reporting on its Website that Senator Mark Udall (D-Colo.) recently introduced S. 3364, the Streamlining Energy Efficiency for Schools Act of 2010, which would help schools determine how to reduce energy consumption through existing federal programs and financing options.
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) says the 17,450 K-12 school districts in America spend approximately $6 billion per year on energy bills. This is more than they spend on computers and textbooks combined. While there are multiple federal programs aimed at helping schools reduce energy consumption, none helps them locate these programs. Senator Udall’s bill, which ASE endorses, would provide assistance for schools seeking such programs.
Among other things, the bill would establish the DOE as the lead agency in coordinating a cross-departmental effort to initiate, develop, and finance energy efficiency, renewable energy, and energy retrofitting projects for schools.
The DOE says schools may be able to save as much as 25 percent on their electric bills by investing in energy efficiency improvements.
Source
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) says the 17,450 K-12 school districts in America spend approximately $6 billion per year on energy bills. This is more than they spend on computers and textbooks combined. While there are multiple federal programs aimed at helping schools reduce energy consumption, none helps them locate these programs. Senator Udall’s bill, which ASE endorses, would provide assistance for schools seeking such programs.
Among other things, the bill would establish the DOE as the lead agency in coordinating a cross-departmental effort to initiate, develop, and finance energy efficiency, renewable energy, and energy retrofitting projects for schools.
The DOE says schools may be able to save as much as 25 percent on their electric bills by investing in energy efficiency improvements.
Source
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