Green Portal Net Directory- Energy Efficiency

Appliance Standards Awareness Project

Sat, 23 May 2009 18:58:58 GMT

Appliance and equipment efficiency standards reduce energy use, save consumers and businesses money, and cut power plant pollution that harms public health and the environment.

ASAP works to advance and improve standards at both the federal and state levels. Please browse our site to learn more about the past successes and current opportunities in appliance and equipment energy efficiency standards.

There you will find our report on the latest improvements that increase efficiency in appliances and the current lobbying efforts to enact more efficient standards for central air conditioners, clothes washers, fluorescent ballasts and water heaters.

EE at Home - Owens Corning

Sat, 23 May 2009 18:58:58 GMT

Owens Corning is a world leader in building materials systems and composite solutions, delivering a broad range of high-quality products and services.

Their products range from insulation, roofing and manufactured stone veneer used in residential, commercial and industrial applications, to glass fiber used to reinforce composite materials used in transportation, electronics, marine, wind energy and other high-performance markets.

Sustainability is at the heart of the company’s stated purpose – Delivering Solutions, Transforming Markets and Enhancing Lives. The commitment: to operate with three balanced outcomes: economic growth, environmental stewardship and social progress, which apply to 3 layers - innovative products, pocesses improvment and people.

Energy Star

Sat, 23 May 2009 18:58:58 GMT

ENERGY STAR is a joint program of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Department of Energy.

The focus is on helping home owners and businesses to save money and protect the environment through energy efficient products and practices.

On their site you will find a list of qualifying products, contractor selection tips, and contacts for low interest loans for upgrading to high efficiency equipment.

Energyguide.com

Sat, 23 May 2009 18:58:58 GMT

ENERGYguide.com is not an energy supplier, but a guide and recomendations on which energy efficient products to use and who can install them.

There is a nice energy analyzer tool on their site. After answering questions about home construction, occupants, and appliances the analyzer provides breakdown and charts showing energy usage and areas that can be improved.

Insulation Fact Sheet

Sat, 23 May 2009 18:58:58 GMT

Detailed information on everything from determining insulation needs, to selecting products, to installation methods.

National Association of Insulation Manufacturers

Sat, 23 May 2009 18:58:58 GMT

Tips on determining insulation needs, installation suggestions, and a map of recommended R-values for new construction houses.

Sage Farm Solar Home

Sat, 23 May 2009 18:58:58 GMT

Virtual tour of energy efficient residence that has evolved over 20 years to demonstrate several approaches for capturing and using solar energy.

U.S. Energy Information Administration

Sat, 23 May 2009 18:58:58 GMT

Provides energy statistics, data, and analysis.