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Back to School: Home Performance Certifications

Many remodelers believe that there is a legitimate need for home performance certifications, specifically. More

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Local Level: A Look at Some Specific Weatherization Programs

Local weatherization programs gear up to help homeowners finance energy-efficient upgrades. More

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Building a Future: Effects of the Home Star Bill on Remodeling

Will passage of the Home Star Energy Retrofit bill put remodelers back to work or out of work? More

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Building Science: Putting Tightness to the Test

Guidelines for interpreting blower-door test results. More

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Window & Door Manufacturers Association E-Update: Home Performance News

The following appeared in a recent Window & Door Manufacturers Association (WDMA) E-Update and contains updates and information regarding the developments in Congress for tax credits, the EPA lead paint ruling, Home Star, building performance issues, and more. More

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JLC Report: Massachusetts Stretches for Higher Home-Energy Scores

Massachusetts stretches for higher homeenergy scores; lack of energy-efficiency training impedes job growth; Energy Star tightens requirements for product certification; more More

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Weatherization Incentives Offer New Opportunities for Building Pros

Maine remodeler offers advice for diversifying into home energy retrofits. More

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Home Performance Contractors: An Industry at the Ready

The National Capital Contractor Forum helps contractors prepare for increased interest in home performance work. More

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Home Star Legislation Passes House

Representatives vote 246-161 in favor of the Energy Retrofit Act. More

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Obama Unveils ëCash for Caulkersí Rebates for Energy-Efficient Retrofits

Homestar program would provide up to $3,000 for product upgrades, whole-house retrofits. More

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