Press Releases

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.

In the early months of 2020, researchers at the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) were eager to address a range of technical challenges created by the COVID-19 pandemic.

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.

New Initiative Will Save Owners and Renters $10 Billion on Utility Bills, Reduce Carbon Pollution, Ensure More Access to Affordable Mobile Homes

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.

DOE Seeks Public Input to Drive the Cost-effective Implementation of Building Energy Codes for Greater Efficiency, Resilience, and Cost Savings