Home Energy Efficiency | Archive | July

Did Cash for Appliances Work?
The Cash for Appliances program has been adopted in all 50 states, but the results vary widely from state-to-state. What’s been going on?
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Cash for Caulkers: The Definitive Guide
The Home Star Program is nearing approval. Here is everything homeowners need to know about the requirements to take full advantage of Home Star.
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Cash for Caulkers update
Here’s an update on Home Star, including the Senate legislation and press release; it has bi-partisan support and there are hopes for passage by July 4th.
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Delaware announces 10,000th appliance rebate
Delaware hands out 10,000th appliance rebate; program runs through August 31, 2010.
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Archive for July, 2009

Energy efficiency incentives likely to grow

Posted on 30. Jul, 2009 by GMS Editor.

At the Department of Housing and Urban Development, a new generation of mortgages designed to encourage energy efficiency is being rolled out

Best energy savers for the buck

Posted on 27. Jul, 2009 by GMS Editor.

Heating alone costs an average of $500 per year, with attic and basement air leaks accounting for up to $70 of this expense. But sealing the house can cost as little as $100.

States awash in stimulus money to weatherize homes

Posted on 15. Jul, 2009 by GMS Editor.

An obscure program that installs insulation in homes and makes them more energy-efficient is distributing $4.7 billion in stimulus funds

“Smart” appliances that talk to the grid are coming your way soon

Posted on 14. Jul, 2009 by GMS Editor.

Dishwashers, washing machines, and other home appliances will begin to talk to each other and to the electricity grid in an effort to manage and reduce energy use.

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Posted on 13. Jul, 2009 by GMS Editor.

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