- Latest news on Home Star
Here’s a recent update on the legislation that includes the Home Star Program. Its Senate passage after the August break is far from certain.
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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?
READ MORE > - 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.
READ MORE > - 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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Weather funds are ‘an angel’
Posted on 21. Dec, 2009 by GMS Editor.
When Congress put $5 billion into the federal stimulus act early this year to help boost home energy efficiency, it might have had Sandra Kahn in mind.
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How ‘Cash for Caulkers’ might work
Posted on 15. Dec, 2009 by GMS Editor.
President Obama’s Cash for Caulkers proposal has almost every homeowner wondering how they’ll be able to cash in.
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‘Cash for Clunkers,’ household edition
Posted on 04. Dec, 2009 by GMS Editor.
The federal government is expected to finalize details in the coming weeks of another tax-supported shopping extravaganza, known as “Cash for Appliances.”
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Weatherization: Saving Money by Saving Energy
Posted on 10. Nov, 2009 by GMS Editor.
U.S. Energy Secretary Steve Chu outlines the government’s incentive programs for home energy efficiency.
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Don’t let energy costs creep you out on National Weatherization Day
Posted on 30. Oct, 2009 by GMS Editor.
October 30th is National Weatherization Day. Here are some ideas for tightening up your home envelope.
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Thinking solar power? It’s never been cheaper
Posted on 26. Oct, 2009 by GMS Editor.
The installation costs for solar power are the lowest in years; how much you’ll spend depends on where you live.
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Best, Green Intentions . . .
Posted on 08. Oct, 2009 by GMS Editor.
Test your green knowledge against these 10 oft-cited green myths.
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Kitchen clunkers effort pushes energy efficiency
Posted on 28. Sep, 2009 by GMS Editor.
Here’s the latest information on the upcoming “cash for kitchen clunkers” program, including a Q & A overview.
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Air Leaks Can Increase Home Energy Bills by 30 Pct
Posted on 18. Sep, 2009 by GMS Editor.
The Department of Energy estimates only 20 percent of homes built before 1980 have adequate insulation.
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Go green, save some green
Posted on 14. Sep, 2009 by GMS Editor.
I am going to help you wade through the maze of tax credits and rebates so you can get all the credit you deserve.
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