NBN Online for the week of May 1, 2006

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In This Issue:

Front Page
Buckle Up for a Soft Landing, Housing Economists Advise
Tentative Timber Accord a Blow to U.S. Consumers
Layouts for Living
Floor Plans: Creating a Sense of Community
Coast to Coast
Doors Close for Real Estate Speculators
Politics & Government
California Housing Director Affordability Advocate
Economics & Finance
New-Home Sales Up in March, But Trend Is Down
Tips
Builder’s Tip: Creating an Effective Caulk-Tube Extension
Business Management
New Custom Builder Quarterly e-Newsletter Launched
Construction Safety
OSHA Responds to NAHB Study of Construction Site Noise
Remodelers
‘Extreme Makeover’ ― What It’s Like on the Job Site
May Is ‘Remodeling Month’ and NAHB Has Resources for You
Building Systems
‘Dragon House’ Basement Scorches the Competition
Environment
New NAHB Tool Navigates EPA Regs, Saves Time and Money
Sales
IRM Achievement Runs in the Family
Education
Education Calendar
Want to Know More About Designations? Ask an Expert
Research
Efficient Ductwork Cuts Heating and Cooling Costs
International
NAHB Trade Mission Explores Mexican Market
Labor
HBI Making Residential Construction Careers Happen
Building Products
Pink Panther Blog Provides Information on Energy
TV
NAHB-Produced Programs on HGTV & DIY This Week
Endowment
Enter Awards Programs for Community Contributions
Association News
Fargo, N.D. Builders Provide Hurricane Relief to Gulf Coast
NAHB Spring Board Meeting May 9-13
GM $500 Exclusive Offer for NAHB Members
Find Employees Through New NAHB Online Career Center
Calendar of Events
NAHB Career Center

Pink Panther Blog Provides Information on Energy

Keeping a paw on the pulse of energy conservation, the Pink Panther has been named chief energy officer and has received his very own energy blog from Owens Corning so that he can keep consumers informed of hot button issues and energy-saving tips and products.

Headquartered in Toledo, Ohio, Owens Corning is a member of the National Council of the Housing Industry — The Supplier 100 of NAHB.

Inaugurated last month on Earth Day, the interactive blog is available at saveenergy.owenscorningblog.com and can be accessed on Owens Corning’s energy microsite, which also provides instructions on easy insulation projects, an insulation project calculator and the Department of Energy’s R-value calculator.

“For 25 years, the Pink Panther has helped Owens Corning educate consumers about saving energy and the need to insulate their homes,” said Dave Brown, chief executive officer of Owens Corning. “We couldn’t be more excited to broaden his role in a contemporary way. The beauty of the Panther is that the character helps deliver information in a way that consumers respond to — which benefits our collective need to reduce energy usage throughout the world.”

Currently, only 20% of homes built in the U.S. before 1980 are insulated to national energy-efficiency standards, often due to a lack of knowledge about energy-saving projects, according to Owens Corning.

In addition to calendar postings on various energy-related events, the blog provides answers to frequently asked questions about attics, crawlspaces, noise control, walls and more general issues.

This feature is solely for educational and informational purposes. Nothing on this page should be construed as policy, an endorsement, warranty or guaranty by the National Association of Home Builders of the featured product or the product manufacturer. The National Association of Home Builders expressly disclaims any responsibility for any damages arising from the use, application or reliance on any information contained on this page.


 

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