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HEADLINES
New Energy Tax Credit to Boost Demand for Remodeling Projects – Remodeling and retrofitting the nation’s older homes will have a far more significant impact on reducing residential energy consumption than meeting even the most aggressive efficiency goals for new homes, according to industry research.
The Green Puzzle - Putting it all Together – The emergence of third-party, national green rating programs is finally allowing sellers to get away from square-foot pricing. Sellers and buyers can point to a reputable third-party appraisal of the home’s “greenness” to justify a premium price. The leading green building standards identify green principles to help determine what products could aid in achieving higher levels of accreditation and a higher asking price.
On the Watch for Greenwash – Sustainable building is hot, and a flood of new products tout vague and cryptic claims about being green. Referred to as “Greenwashing,” these exaggerated assertions range from minor overstatements to outright lies. In search for a truly green product, here are a few tips to help.
How to Choose the Right Insulation for Your Green Project – All insulation products insulate against energy robbing air leakage to varying degrees. By this function, all insulations can be called “green”. But, there is more to consider when comparing the “greenness” of an insulation product.
WHAT ELSE IS NEW?
Icynene introduces renewable-based spray foam insulation – ICYNENE LD-R-50™- Icynene Inc., the leading manufacturer of open-cell foam insulation products, has introduced ICYNENE LD-R-50™, a renewable-based foam insulation and air barrier material that reduces the need for petroleum-based polyols.
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Icynene Inc. Vol.6/Issue 1 March 2009 Copyright 2009 Icynene, Inc.