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New Certified Energy Rater for Greensburg

The Department of Energy has provided funding for n energy rater for Greensburg and surrounding areas, and for reducing the cost of obtaining a home energy rating for residents.   This program create a new job , and is an effective way to achieve the efficiencies our buildings will need to be "green" and save green. 

Brian Wendland is  the  rater and he is now available to provide home energy ratings both by reviewing home plans and analyzing existing buildings.  Brian is partnering with Greensburg GreenTown, and can be reached by emailing info @ GreensburgGreentown . org, or by calling 620-549-3752.

Posted on Tuesday, July 10, 2007 at 12:59PM by Registered CommenterAdministrator | CommentsPost a Comment

Top 5 Energy and Water Efficiency Tips for Small Commercial Buildings

  1. Lighting – compact fluorescent, LED, day lighting (using natural sunlight) and motion sensors or timers
  2. Envelope (the roof and walls) – well sealed, plenty of insulation in wall, floors, attic, foundation
  3. Heating and cooling – energy efficient heating and cooling systems of the proper size, including renewables like geothermal, biomass, and passive solar.
  4. Efficient equipment – energy-saving equipment
  5. Windows – insulated, with tinting that allows light but not heat to pass

Posted on Thursday, June 28, 2007 at 07:13PM by Registered CommenterAdministrator | CommentsPost a Comment

Top 12 Green Home Construction Tips for Energy and Water Efficiency in Greensburg

  1. Orientation – widest expanse of wall or roof facing south
  2. Envelope (the roof and walls) – well sealed, plenty of insulation in wall, floors, attic, foundation
  3. Properly sized heating and cooling equipment – no bigger than needed
  4. Efficient water heating – solar water heating, on-demand water heating, or efficient standard water heater
  5. Energy efficient appliances – Energy Star® certified washing machine, dishwasher, refrigerator, and computer
  6. Duct sealing – ducts in sealed envelope
  7. Efficient windows – double paned, low-e (allows light but not heat to pass)
  8. Lighting – compact fluorescent, LED, and day lighting (using natural sunlight)
  9. Building materials - local building materials, recycled materials, and non-toxic materials
  10. Efficient water use – water efficient faucets, shower heads, toilets, dishwasher, and washing machine
  11. Indoor air quality – low- or no-VOC paints, finishes, adhesives and cleaners
  12. Landscaping – use native plants that don’t require watering or mowing, strategically planted shade trees, water absorbing plants that reduce the load on storm sewers
Posted on Thursday, June 28, 2007 at 07:12PM by Registered CommenterAdministrator | CommentsPost a Comment