Various states and utility companies are providing incentives to help finance energy-efficient window replacements. These incentives include loans and low-income assistance.
The Efficient Windows Collaborative (EWC), along with the Department of Energy (DOE), have assembled a list of the incentive aimed at helping residents, owners, and contractors weigh their options.
The incentives are listed by state and by the specific energy supply companies that administer the programs.
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Tuesday, September 1, 2009
Monday, August 31, 2009
Upcoming Conference Focuses on Looming Challenges for Utilities
The Northeast Energy Efficiency Partnership (NEEP) is reporting that the Electric Utility Consultants, Inc. (EUCI) will offer a conference entitled, Energy Efficiency: Helping Customers Transition into a new Green Energy Economy. The conference will be held in Toronto, ON September 24-25 as part of Green Energy Week, which runs from September 21-25.
EUCI says that today, more than ever, utility companies must find new ways to meet the growing demand for electricity while managing fuel costs in a way that avoids the need to build new infrastructure.
Energy efficiency is important for managing these demands and is quickly becoming a cornerstone in utility resource planning.
Utilities are one of the main industries that can benefit from NFRC’s Component Modeling Approach (CMA), a valuable tool for determining the energy efficiency of windows, doors, and skylights in the non-residential market.
The EUCI conference will discuss current issues and critical success factors for improving efficiency programs in all customer segments. It will also offer case studies and will encourage participants to ask candid questions about strategies, experiences, and what the future holds for regulation and the successful development of energy efficiency programs.
EUCI says that today, more than ever, utility companies must find new ways to meet the growing demand for electricity while managing fuel costs in a way that avoids the need to build new infrastructure.
Energy efficiency is important for managing these demands and is quickly becoming a cornerstone in utility resource planning.
Utilities are one of the main industries that can benefit from NFRC’s Component Modeling Approach (CMA), a valuable tool for determining the energy efficiency of windows, doors, and skylights in the non-residential market.
The EUCI conference will discuss current issues and critical success factors for improving efficiency programs in all customer segments. It will also offer case studies and will encourage participants to ask candid questions about strategies, experiences, and what the future holds for regulation and the successful development of energy efficiency programs.
GANA's Greg Carney Back to Work after Hospital Stay
Greg Carney, Technical Director for the Glass Association of North America (GANA), is back on the job after spending 41 days in the hospital for congestive heart failure.
Carney said he was surprised at how much the industry had changed during that time. He added that being away from the day-to-day activities of the fenestration industry made him realize how dynamic it really is.
Carney adds that he's improving with each passing day and has been working since late June. He's particularly inspired by all the help and support he received not just from GANA but from the entire industry. The high volume of cards, letters, and phone calls provided him with inspiration and made him want to get back to work as soon as he was able.
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Carney said he was surprised at how much the industry had changed during that time. He added that being away from the day-to-day activities of the fenestration industry made him realize how dynamic it really is.
Carney adds that he's improving with each passing day and has been working since late June. He's particularly inspired by all the help and support he received not just from GANA but from the entire industry. The high volume of cards, letters, and phone calls provided him with inspiration and made him want to get back to work as soon as he was able.
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Thursday, August 27, 2009
Make Your Voice Heard With NFRC's New Website Satisfaction Survey
NFRC is always striving to improve its service to provide the information people need to run their businesses and to make better purchasing decisions.
Now you can help us help you.
Let us know how we're doing by completing this short survey.
Now you can help us help you.
Let us know how we're doing by completing this short survey.
Wednesday, August 26, 2009
White House Blog Mentions Value of Replacement Windows
Cathy Zoi, Assistant Secretary for Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy at the U.S. Department of Energy, posted a blog entry on the White House Website to create awareness of the benefits of the Weatherization and replacement windows.
Video on the value of replacement windows.
Video on the value of replacement windows.
Al Gore is Keynote Speaker at GreenBuild 2009
Former Vice President, Al Gore, will be the Keynote Speaker at the GreenBuild 2009 International Conference and Expo.
The show will be held November 11 - 13 at the Phoenix Convention Center in Phoenix, Arizona.
Mr. Gore will speak during the opening celebration on Wednesday, November 11. The event will be held from 6:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. at Chase Field, home of the Arizona Diamondbacks.
The show will be held November 11 - 13 at the Phoenix Convention Center in Phoenix, Arizona.
Mr. Gore will speak during the opening celebration on Wednesday, November 11. The event will be held from 6:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. at Chase Field, home of the Arizona Diamondbacks.
ASHRAE Handbook Tables Not to be used as Default Numbers
From NFRC
“It has come to our attention that some code jurisdictions are utilizing fenestration U-factor and SHGC ratings from tables found in the ASHRAE Handbook of Fundamentals. Please know that the ASHRAE Handbook subcommittee developed these tables for preliminary design guidance only and are not to be used as default numbers in the code.
ASHRAE, IECC, and most state codes already have punitive default tables for fenestration products lacking the required energy ratings. Using these as default numbers can dramatically overstate the performance of the windows and curtain walls installed on buildings. Code officials and other energy experts should look for NFRC ratings on these products to be sure that the U-factors and SHGC ratings are credible.”
“It has come to our attention that some code jurisdictions are utilizing fenestration U-factor and SHGC ratings from tables found in the ASHRAE Handbook of Fundamentals. Please know that the ASHRAE Handbook subcommittee developed these tables for preliminary design guidance only and are not to be used as default numbers in the code.
ASHRAE, IECC, and most state codes already have punitive default tables for fenestration products lacking the required energy ratings. Using these as default numbers can dramatically overstate the performance of the windows and curtain walls installed on buildings. Code officials and other energy experts should look for NFRC ratings on these products to be sure that the U-factors and SHGC ratings are credible.”
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