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5 ADVANTAGES OF ONLINE TRAINING
Aug, 27 2022 10:08The old-school model of going to a campus, sitting in a class and learning from an instructor standing in front of the room is quickly being seen as dated and ineffective. A new model for learning is emerging, using the computers we all have in front of us and keeping us in the comfort of our own homes.
LOWER MORTGAGE RISK FOR ENERGY EFFICIENT HOMES
Aug, 26 2022 10:08It’s no secret that increasing a home’s energy efficiency will save homeowners on their energy bills, but a new study shows that energy efficient homes are better mortgage investments.
HOW IS THE EMPIRE STATE BUILDING SAVING $4.4 MILLION PER YEAR WITH ENERGY EFFICIENCY?
Aug, 25 2022 10:08We all know that the Empire State Building is made of silver steel and grey concrete, but the building is getting greener and greener right before our very eyes. That’s because the Empire State Building has saved almost $5 million over the past couple of years in energy costs.
Omaha Public Power District Using HERS Index Scores
Aug, 24 2022 10:08The Omaha Public Power District (OPPD) is a large, customer-owned utility in Nebraska that serves 13 counties in the east and southeast of the state. It has over 350,000 customers, and it’s committed to minimizing its environmental impact and serving its customers in the greenest way it can.
Cities Are Building Energy Efficient Homes
Aug, 23 2022 10:08Cities are starting to see the revenue-generating, job-creating and environment-saving potential of building energy efficient homes on publicly owned land. Boston is already on the move, and other cities are following close behind. Read on to find out more…
Energy Efficiency Investments In Small Buildings
Aug, 22 2022 15:08Until recently, the focus of energy efficiency has been on large commercial buildings. But small buildings are getting in on the action, which means a lot for small businesses and green job seekers in local economies. Read on to find out more…
How I Saved My Client a Bundle With an LED Lighting Retrofit
Feb, 9 2015 22:02I assume many or most of you reading this post work primarily in residential properties, but I thought I’d share an energy-saving sale I recently made for a commercial office building in downtown Atlanta which will save them a bundle in operating costs.
Phoenix Takes On HERS Index Score
Mar, 22 2014 20:03Phoenix, Arizona has joined a long line of cities who have adopted the HERS Index Score as a measure of compliance with building energy codes. Find out what that means not just for buildings in Phoenix, but for you too!
Senators Keep Energy Efficiency Bill Alive
Dec, 7 2013 01:12The recent battle over government funding put a lot of items on the backburner for the Senate, including the energy efficiency Shaheen-Portman bill. But these Senators are not ready to let it go, and it’s picking up steam once again. Find out more…
Even MORE Pressure To Implement Energy Efficiency
Nov, 22 2013 03:11As legislation to increase energy efficiency heads towards a clear pass in the Senate, a new amendment would mean big bucks for states to pursue their own energy efficiency agendas and create jobs in local economies. Read more…
National Energy Efficiency Program Starts in New York
Nov, 16 2013 01:11New York is taking the lead in an energy efficiency program that will save people money and create green jobs. Read here to find out more…
Phoenix Adopts HERS Index Score
Nov, 7 2013 03:11Phoenix, Arizona is the latest in a long line of cities that have adopted the HERS Index Score as a measure of compliance with building energy codes. Read more to find out what that means for buildings in Phoenix, and for jobs in that area.
Energy Efficiency and Jobs
Nov, 1 2013 00:11The USDA is starting over 600 new projects to help people increase energy efficiency and save money across the country. And all of this will only lead to more jobs. Find out more…
New Financing Programs For Energy Efficiency Upgrades
Oct, 12 2013 01:10A district in Palm Desert has started a new financing program for energy efficiency upgrades – one that is being replicated all over the country. Read on to find out how it can help you…
Busting Myths About Energy Efficiency
Oct, 4 2013 01:10Though people may think otherwise, the truth is that increasing energy efficiency is beneficial not just for your finances, but for the economy and for the environment. Find out about energy efficiency myths…
American Schools Getting Funding For Energy Efficiency
Sep, 10 2013 04:09Schools use a lot of energy – and they're going to get funding to help them become more energy efficient. Find out what this means for those in the green industry…
New Energy Efficiency Bill In The Senate
Sep, 5 2013 04:09The U.S. Senate is about to debate a new energy efficiency bill that will create a lot of new jobs in the green economy. Find out what they’re up to...
Green Jobs Putting People To Work
Jul, 31 2013 03:07As the economy recovers, one of the biggest areas of growth in employment is green jobs. Read on to find out more…
Lunch & Learn Webinar: Opportunity to Get Into The Lucrative LED Market
Jul, 29 2013 20:07LED lighting is projected to be a $44 billion market within the next 3 to 5 years! With exciting new LED lamps on the market, and government incentives for businesses to re-lamp to more efficient lighting, now is the time to get in on this growing industry. Find out how...
Federal Government Adopts New Energy Efficiency Standards
Jul, 27 2013 01:07The US government is pushing forward new energy efficiency standards for federal buildings. This means new jobs for energy professionals to help them follow the rules. Read more…