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- Energy Efficiency in Remodeling: Windows
- This fact sheet is intended to provide you with information about windows -- the factors that affect their energy performance, available options, and potential savings and other benefits associated with better windows. In older homes, windows are often one of the largest sources of heat loss in winter due to...
- White papers
- Minnesota School Combines Indoor Air Quality With Energy Efficiency
- Students and teachers in Red Wing, Minnesota are enjoying a new high school that uses the latest in efficient, quiet HVAC technology to provide optimal indoor air quality. While the increase in outdoor air supply could not come too soon for those who are sensitive to poor indoor air quality,...
- Case studies
- Thermal Benefits of 'Solid' Construction
- Recently, attention has been focused on environmental issues, and, in particular, energy-efficient construction. Building designers are now taking into consideration the combined use of orientation, mass, insulation and glass, all of which can contribute to the comfort of the occupants, increased energy efficiency and reduced costs to maintain a comfortable...
- White papers 2002-11-22
- CEE.s Commercial HVAC Guidelines Define Efficient Installation: Proper Sizing, Installation Can Save Up to 50 Percent of Energy Consumption
- This paper elaborates and provides information about the usage of energy systems. Buying efficient HVAC equipment is only part of the equation for saving energy. According to a landmark document developed by the Consortium for Energy Efficiency, HVAC system efficiency can be increased up to 50 percent through proper installation,...
- White papers 2001-03-14
- Achieving Energy Efficiency for ExxonMobil
- ExxonMobil, one of the world's leading gas-station and convenience store chains, did not have a way to control maintenance or energy costs across the retail enterprise. It needed to gain control over a very large network of stores. After eight months, the customer was experiencing the reduced energy and maintenance...
- Case studies
- Energy Efficiency: A Smart Way To Save - The Right HVAC Filter Can Help Reduce Energy Costs
- HVAC systems account for approximately 40 percent of the energy used in U.S. commercial and residential buildings. This creates a prime target for cost reductions as building designers, owners and operators look to energy-efficient building designs and technologies as methods of cutting costs and saving on the annual operating budget....
- White papers 2009-01-01
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- GE Helps Centerpoint Develop New Translucent Home Roofing System for Enhanced Aesthetics, Comfort & Energy Efficiency; Technology allows full spectrum, natural light into living spaces
- PITTSFIELD, Mass. -- GE - Plastics today announced that it will be assisting Centerpoint(1) Translucent Systems, LLC - a manufacturer and distributor of residential roofing products - to develop a new translucent roofing system that provides full-spectrum, natural light, and significantly improved aesthetics, comfort, and energy efficiency for the residential...
- Research articles 2005-12-01
- Nevada Could Save $1.4 Billion By Boosting Energy Efficiency in Construction.
- By John G. Edwards, Las Vegas Review-Journal Knight Ridder/Tribune Business News Aug. 22--Nevadans would save $1.4 billion by 2020 if the state adopted higher minimum standards for energy efficiency and better promoted energy conservation in new construction, according to a study ...
- Research articles 2003-08-22
- Clinton: Energy Efficiency Is Not Sexy, But Important Low-Hanging Fruit
- Former president Bill Clinton acknowledged Monday during the National Clean Energy Summit 2.0 that energy efficiency is not sexy. But, he said, it's the easiest-to-reach low-hanging fruit that will create jobs and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. "It's worth remembering that the least sexy topic is where the jobs are,"...
- Blog posts 2009-08-10
- EPA recognizes Southern California gas with Energy Efficiency Award
- The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency EPA has recognized Southern California Gas Co. with the Excellence in Energy Efficiency and Environmental Education 2005 Award for its contributions to reducing greenhouse gas emissions by promoting the construction of energy-efficient homes. The Gas Company, an ENERGY STAR Partner, was honored for promoting...
- Research articles 2005-04-01
- WRI Endorses Energy Efficiency, Agriculture and Construction Companies as Prime New Venture Capital Targets.
- M2 PRESSWIRE-10 November 2005-World Resources Institute: WRI Endorses Energy Efficiency, Agriculture and Construction Companies as Prime New Venture Capital TargetsC1994-2005 M2 COMMUNICATIONS LTD RDATE:11112005 WASHINGTON, D.C. - This fall, several companies from the energy efficiency, agriculture, and construction sectors in three...
- Research articles 2005-11-10
- SunTerra Homes of Bend earns national energy efficiency award
- Earth Advantage builder SunTerra Homes Inc. of Bend has received the Energy Value Housing Award for a house built to Earth Advantage standards for energy efficient, earth-friendly home construction. Earth Advantage is a program of Portland General Electric; Earth Advantage homes are designed to use 15 percent less...
- Research articles 2003-02-18
- Southern California Gas, better known as The Gas Company, has earned an award for protecting the environment through energy efficiency
- Southern California Gas, better known as The Gas Company, has earned an award for protecting the environment through energy efficiency. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency EPA honored The Gas Company with its Excellence in Energy Efficiency and Environmental Education 2005 Award for its outstanding contributions to reducing greenhouse gas emissions...
- Research articles 2005-04-01
- Valuation of Risk in Energy Efficiency Investments for Commercial Real Estate
- Investment decisions involving energy efficiency measures EEMs in commercial real estate are complex issues, particularly in new construction projects where myriad factors affect costs and benefits. The tremendous varieties in EEM options make the decision to invest attractive, while at the same time complicating the final choice of a particular...
- White papers 2001-08-23
- We Energies, Customers First! announce historic partnership to promote energy efficiency. (Newsline).(Brief Article)
- MILWAUKEE, WI -- We Energies and the Customers First! Coalition have formed the Energy Building Code Collaborative EBCC. The EBCC will review the energy efficiency aspects of Wisconsin's residential, commercial, and rental unit building codes for new construction. After reviewing the codes and working with experts...
- Research articles 2002-09-01
- An Initial View on Methodologies for Emission Baselines: Case Study on Energy Efficiency
- This paper is largely based on the experience gained through energy efficiency projects and programmes in industrialized countries - which may provide valuable lessons for the construction of baselines for JI and CDM projects in developing countries, as well as in economies in transitions. It is also based on the...
- White papers 2000-06-01
- WRI Endorses Energy Efficiency, Agriculture and Construction Companies as Prime New Venture Capital Targets
- WASHINGTON, Nov. 10 /U.S. Newswire/ -- This fall, several companies from the energy efficiency, agriculture, and construction sectors in three countries are being recognized as prime candidates for venture capital investment. The companies are being announced as finalists for New Ventures -- a series of green-business accelerators sponsored by the...
- Research articles 2005-11-10
- WRI Endorses Energy Efficiency, Agriculture and Construction Companies as Prime New Venture Capital Targets
- WASHINGTON -- This fall, several companies from the energy efficiency, agriculture, and construction sectors in three countries are being recognized as prime candidates for venture capital investment. The companies are being announced as finalists for New Ventures - a series of green-business accelerators sponsored by the World Resources Institute WRI....
- Research articles 2005-11-10
- Two NYS School Districts Begin Their Energy Efficiency Projects With Atlantic Energy Solutions
- Atlantic Energy Solutions, Inc. (PINKSHEETS: AESO) is pleased to announce that they are moving on to the next phase of their energy efficiency project with the Eldred School District, and completion of the project is expected ahead of schedule. Construction in a similar "greening" project will also begin...
- Research articles 2009-04-07
- EnergyValue Housing Awards Honor Builders Who Focus on Customer Satisfaction and Energy Efficient Construction
- As energy costs continue to rise, consumers are looking for companies to help them find ways to reduce their energy consumption. In direct response to their customers' concerns, many home builders have taken great strides to incorporate features that make homes more energy efficient, and have less of an impact...
- White papers 2005-01-13
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