Energy Efficiency- Page 13 of 22
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Weatherization’s Home-Stretch Recovery
Even though the expanded Weatherization Assistance Program struggled out of the gate – and can always be improved – it has produced encouraging, credible results
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A Plague of Bad Energy-Saving Tips
Two recent lists of energy-saving tips for homeowners push me over the edge
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Taking Aim at California’s Low-Carbon Target
As the state prepares to cut greenhouse gas emissions 80% below 1990 levels over the next 38 years, scientists predict a mostly electric future
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Lawmaker Targets DOE’s Weatherization Program
It’s all part of Representative Chuck Fleischmann’s campaign to stop “green initiative abuse”
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Americans Taking Half Measures on Energy Upgrades
Homeowners understand the benefit of energy-efficiency improvements, but aren’t actually willing to implement many measures
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Ranking States’ Energy Efficiency Programs
Massachusetts and California earn top honors, while Wyoming and North Dakota bring up the rear
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Book Review: Retooling the U.S. Housing Industry
The former head of the Energy Star Homes program tells us all about housing
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A Step Toward Fairer Green Home Valuations
A new appraisal form aims to standardize the valuation of energy-efficiency features included in green homes
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University of Maryland Wins the Solar Decathlon
Team Maryland’s WaterShed house scores more than 90 out of 100 points in eight of the Decathlon’s 10 contest categories
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Study: Codes Really Can Improve Energy Efficiency
New research shows that state energy codes have a positive impact on residential construction details and performance