Energy Efficiency
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  • Shelter Source providing the products, technology and training to build energy efficient, healthier homes - publishers of the "Builder's Guide".
  • http://www.pathnet.org The Partnership for Advancing Technology in Housing (PATH) is a public/private sector initiative which seeks to expand the development and utilization of new technologies in order to make American homes stronger, safer and more durable; more energy efficient and environmentally friendly; easier to maintain and less costly to operate; and more comfortable and exciting to live in.
  • http://www.aceee.org American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy
    http://www.energystar.gov Site for energy efficient appliance information sponsored by the Environmental Protection Agency and the United States Department of Energy
  • http://www.naima.org North American Insulation Manufacturers' Assoc. - consumer information about home insulation
  • http://www.ase.org The Alliance To Save Energy - great tips for your home, excellent links, and check out their "Home Energy Checkup" at http://www.ase.org/checkup/ to see how your home stacks up!
  • http://www.efficientwindows.org/ This web site provides unbiased information on the benefits of energy-efficient windows, descriptions of how they work, and recommendations for their selection and use. The Efficient Windows web site is sponsored by the Efficient Windows Collaborative (EWC) with support from the U.S. Department of Energy's Windows and Glazings Program and the participation of industry members.
  • http://www.efficientwindows.org The Efficient Windows Collaborative - This web site provides unbiased information on the benefits of energy-efficient windows, descriptions of how they work, and recommendations for their selection and use.
  • http://www.wdma.com Window & Door Manufacturers Association is a trade association representing approximately 130 U.S. and Canadian manufacturers and suppliers of windows and doors for the domestic and export markets. This site contains some very useful information.
  • http://www.ornl.gov/roofs+walls/insulation/ins_01.html Department of Energy information about home insulation. Heating and cooling ("space conditioning") account for 50 to 70% of the energy used in the average American home. Find out how to reduce your costs.
  • http://www.americanlightingassoc.com/ The American Lighting Association members offer consumers expert consultation relating to one's personal home lighting needs. Whether you are looking for a stylish, decorative lamp or require creative lighting design ideas for your home, members of the American Lighting Association provide the expert resources to assist you.
  • http://www.nahbrc.org/ NAHB Research Center is the research and development leader in the home building industry. Government agencies, manufacturers, builders, and remodelers rely on the expertise and objectivity that are at the very heart of the Research Center and its activities. Uniquely positioned to facilitate invaluable liaisons – between builders and manufacturers, design professionals and housing research, and government and industry – the Research Center is dedicated to advancing housing technology and enhancing housing affordability for the benefit of all Americans. Click to find out more about our programs.
  • http://www.nfrc.org National Fenestration Rating Council set standards for the rating of windows and doors which allows consumers to make sensible comparisons.
  • TANKLESS WATER HEATERS:
    ENVIROTECH™ Systems Worldwide, Inc. 800.251.6612 www.tankless.com
    EEMAX, Inc. 800.543.6163 www.eemaxinc.com
    Microtherm Inc. 888.296.9293 www.seisco.com
    Controlled Energy Corp. (CEC®) 866.642.3198 / 800.642.3199 www.ProTankless.com
    Watts® Pure Water 888.774.7405 www.wattsind.com
    Keltech, Inc. 800.999.4320/269.623.6395 www.keltech-inc.com/
  • Publications-Free Subscription eco-structure www.eco-structure.com
    Environmental Design + Construction www.EDCmag.com
  • www.buildinggreen.com Top-10 Green Building Products - Environmental Building News 800.861.0954
  • www.natresnet.org Duct Blaster/Blower Door Diagnostic Test - Residential Energy Services Network(RESNET) 760.806.3448
  • HOME ENERGY RESOURCES:
    www.toolbase.org Ask an expert at NAHB Research Center
    www.naseo.org Info about Energy Programs in each State
    www.nrel.gov National Renewable Energy Labs
    www.homeenergysaver.lbl.gov Home Energy Saver (Energy Modeling)
    www.eere.energy.gov "Building America"
    www.housingzone.com/seer The Systems Engineering for Energy Retrofits (SEER)