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Home builders and remodelers who are interested in purchasing highly efficient windows at a reduced price can sign up for a June 22 webinar planned by the U.S. Department of Energy.
Sponsored by DOE’s Building Technologies Program, the “Cost-Effective Triple Pane (R-5) and Low-e Storm Windows” webinar takes place from 12:00 p.m.to 1:30 p.m. EST.
NAHB recently hosted DOE officials, window manufacturers and other program participants at a meeting to launch a volume-purchase program that the agency hopes will kick-start the market for the more energy-efficient windows, which are more expensive than other Energy Star-certified models.
For example, high-efficiency windows that now cost more than $400 apiece could be available for less than $250 under the program.
Speakers for the June 22 event include:
- Marc LaFrance, technology manager for building envelope and windows research and development, DOE
- Christian Kohler, the Windows & Daylighting Research Group at the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory
- Graham Parker, senior staff engineer, Pacific Northwest National Laboratory
- Jason Bogovich, manager, Energetics, Inc.
- Nils Petermann, project manager for the Efficient Windows Collaborative at the Alliance to Save Energy
- Terry Mapes, engineer, Pacific Northwest National Laboratory
Speakers will offer an overview of DOE's window technology research; discuss how the volume purchase program can make these windows more affordable; explain design details, specifications and pricing; and provide purchasing information.
The webinar is also open to distributors, weatherization agencies and other groups interested in increasing the energy efficiency of their renovation and new building projects.
The session is free but participants must register in advance to get information on how to attend.
'National Green Building Standard’ Available at BuilderBooks.com
“The National Green Building Standard,” available through BuilderBooks.com, provides “green” practices that can be incorporated into multifamily and single-family new home construction, home remodeling and additions and site development.
The standard covers lot design, resource, energy and water efficiency; indoor environment quality; and owner education.
Currently the first and only ANSI-approved green building rating system, the National Green Building Standard is the benchmark for green homes.
To view or purchase this publication online, click here.
'National Green Building Standard Commentary' Available at BuilderBooks.com
The "National Green Building Standard Commentary," available through BuilderBooks.com and a companion to the ANSI approved "National Green Building Standard," that provides valuable insight to the intention and implementations of the practices and provisions found in the green building standard.
The "Commentary" is a useful resource for any designer or builder using the ICC 700-2008 as a rating system for developing or renovating residential properties of all types to reduce their relative impact.
To view or purchase this publication online, click here, or call 800-223-2665.
More Than 5,000 People Have Earned Their Certified Green Professional (CGP) Designation
The Certified Green Professional (CGP) designation teaches builders, remodelers and other industry professionals techniques for incorporating green building principles into homes using cost-effective and affordable options.
Earning the CGP demonstrates to clients and peers your commitment to the best and latest in green building practices and techniques. More than 5,000 people have earned the CGP designation to date.
For more information, visit www.nahb.org/CGPinfo.
'Build Green and Save’ Available at BuilderBooks.com
“Build Green and Save: Protecting the Earth and Your Bottom Line,” available through BuilderBooks.com, is a comprehensive, easy-to-read reference that shows builders how to identify and select green building materials; implement green construction techniques; explain the benefits of green housing and offer affordable green building solutions to consumers; and use resources wisely and reduce water and energy consumption.
To view or purchase this publication online, click here, or call 800-223-2665.
For answers to questions about National Green Building Certification by the NAHB Research Center, certification to the standard or the guideline sunset, complete and submit the Contact Us form on the NAHBGreen website.
