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Halton signed an agreement with Skanska Healthcare to supply indoor climate syst...

2/6/2012 11:45 AM EST  -   Halton Group
Halton delivers indoor climate systems for the New Karolinska Solna university hospital in Sweden. The new hospital will be one of the largest and most innovative healthcare facilities worldwide.
The New Karolinska Solna University Hospital (NKS) will be one of the largest and most innovative health care facilities in the world. It offers specialized medical care and will be a center for research and...
Inadequate insulation causes heat to escape from a house. Icicles form when this heat warms up a home's roof and melts the snow.
 

USA Insulation Says Homes with Icicles, Snow Melting on Roof and Around Perimete...

1/27/2012 10:00 AM EST  -   USA Insulation Inc.
Now that winter’s here, there are plenty of other signs besides high heating bills and cold, drafty rooms that a home is lacking adequate insulation. One sign is when snow melts off your roof and not your neighbor’s. Proper insulation in the walls and attic increases energy efficiency and can reduce heating bills by as much as 30-50 percent.
CLEVELAND, Ohio – Jan. 27, 2012 – Homeowners who want to reduce their...

City of Ventura Recognized for Financial & Environmental Leadership

1/9/2012 6:00 AM EST  -   The Climate Registry
Awarded Cool Planet Project Status By Southern California Edison
Ventura, California - January 9, 2012 - The City of Ventura has been awarded membership in the Cool Planet Project, due to its extensive energy saving measures. These actions have reduced the city’s annual greenhouse gas emissions by more than 14 percent since 2007, the equivalent of removing 380 vehicles from the road. The Cool Planet Project...
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More Than 10,000 Illinois Students and Teachers to Learn About Energy Efficiency

11/9/2011 12:00 PM EST  -   Nicor Gas and ComEd
Nicor Gas Energy Efficiency Program and ComEd’s Smart Ideas Program sponsor Think! Energy presentations
Naperville, IL (November 8, 2011)—“What is energy?” “What is a renewable source of energy?” “Did you know 51 percent of Illinois’ electricity comes from coal?” These are the kind of questions fifth graders in Northern Illinois will be asked as part of Nicor Gas Energy Efficiency...

The Climate Registry and San Diego Gas & Electric Recognize Solar Turbines as an...

11/8/2011 5:00 PM EST  -   The Climate Registry
Leading manufacturer of industrial gas turbines participates in SDG&E’s Cool Planet Program
SAN DIEGO — November 8, 2011 — Headquartered in San Diego, California, Solar Turbines Incorporated (Solar Turbines) leads the way in managing its energy and water consumption, greenhouse gas emissions, and waste, earning it recognition as an environmental leader under the Cool Planet Project sponsored by The Climate...
USA Insulation
 

USA Insulation Sets New Standard for Energy Efficient Wall Insulation

10/18/2011 1:11 PM EST  -   USA Insulation Inc.
October is Energy Awareness Month. With winter approaching, now’s the time for homeowners to make sure their home is well insulated. Proper insulation in the walls and attic can reduce heating bills by as much as 40-50 percent.
CLEVELAND, Ohio – Oct. 18, 2011 – Another winter will soon be upon us. That means higher heating bills for homeowners, especially those with homes not adequately prepared to withstand...

BPI Certification Approved for Nevada Energy Auditor License

9/30/2011 12:52 PM EST  -   Building Performance Institute
Mandated by Nevada Assembly Bill 432: All Nevada Energy Auditors must possess an energy auditor license
Carson City, NV, September 30, 2011 - The State of Nevada has approved the Building Performance Institute, Inc. (BPI) as an Approved...

BPI Issues Open Invitation for Subject Matter Experts

8/30/2011 4:11 PM EST  -   Building Performance Institute
Malta, NY, August 30, 2011 - The Building Performance Institute, Inc. (BPI) is calling for Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to help prepare test questions for four new certifications being developed in collaboration with the U.S. Department of Energy National Renewable Energy Laboratory's (NREL's) National Worker Certification Program for the weatherization industry. All SMEs will earn up...

Learn How to Grow Your Business in a Difficult Market

8/12/2011 9:00 AM EST  -   Building Performance Institute
How Home Performance with ENERGY STAR® Can Help 

Tarrytown, New York: September 13-14, 2011 at the Doubletree Hotel
Malta, NY, August 11, 2011 - Join contractors, energy auditors and energy efficiency experts for the New York Contractor Exchange in Tarrytown, NY. This two-day workshop offers interactive panel presentations with contractors who have...
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BPI Breaks 25,000 Mark in Home Performance Certifications

7/28/2011 5:32 PM EST  -   Building Performance Institute
Malta, NY, July 28, 2011 – The Building Performance Institute, Inc. (BPI) reached 25,000 active certifications this week, more than tripling its total number of professional certifications in the home performance and weatherization workforce in just 18 months.

“Reaching this milestone signifies the strong demand for nationally recognized professional credentials in the home performance and...