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Windows are essential elements of most buildings, but can be among the most energy-wasting parts of a home. Although they constitute only 10% of the surface area of a typical home, they can account for 30-40% of the heat loss in winter.
The Biden Administration through the U.S. Department of Energy proposed new energy-efficiency standards for residential gas furnaces that will significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions and save consumers billions annually on their energy bills.
In Juneau, Alaska, a project supported by BTO is helping ordinary homeowners save money and reduce their carbon footprints by switching from fossil-fueled heating to electric heat pumps.
Building America teams are helping ZERH builders to take innovation from design to market by serving as a proving ground.
DOE's Solar Decathlon launches new workforce-development programs for mid-career professionals and high school students
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has announced $53 million in funding awards for diverse small businesses to pursue advanced scientific instrumentation and technologies to address energy efficiency.
Diverse Group of Entrepreneurs Receive $21.8 Million as part of Small Business Innovation Research and Small Business Technology Transfer Programs
New Initiative Will Save Owners and Renters $10 Billion on Utility Bills, Reduce Carbon Pollution, Ensure More Access to Affordable Mobile Homes
Energy Star Awards Include Participating Contractors and Home Performance With Energy Star® Sponsors
A group of seven contractors and 20 utility programs that participate in the federal Home Performance with ENERGY STAR® program are among those receiving awards for outstanding leadership in reducing American energy bills.
Georgia Institute of Technology and The University of Arizona Named DOE Solar Decathlon 2022 Design Challenge Grand Winners; 14 Build Challenge Teams Awarded $50K to Start Construction.