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EPA Recognizes Leaders in Energy Efficiency: Winners save energy and money through Energy Star program
March 18, 2010 Posted by EPA
WASHINGTON, DC - March 18, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) — The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is honoring a select group of manufacturers, retailers, public schools, hospitals, real estate companies, home builders and other organizations as 2010 Energy Star award winners. These organizations are being recognized for their long-term commitment to fighting climate change through greater energy efficiency. Sears Holdings Corporation, PepsiCo, JC Penney, Food Lion, Whirlpool and Ford Motor Company are among the 110 award winners chosen from more than 17,000 partners in the Energy Star program.
ICBA Mortgage is Developing a New Fulfillment Platform
March 17, 2010 Posted by ICBA
Washington, D.C. - March 17, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) — ICBA Mortgage is developing a new mortgage fulfillment platform that will serve the needs of ICBA Member Banks.
FEDERAL AGENCIES LAUNCH WEBSITE TO HIGHLIGHT U.S. PARTICIPATION IN THE WORLD URBAN FORUM
March 11, 2010 Posted by HUD
WASHINGTON, DC - March 11, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) — Four federal agencies are launching a new website today to highlight the increased role the U.S. is playing in addressing 21st century urbanization, housing and sustainability issues facing the nations of the world. The White House Office of Urban Affairs, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, the U.S. Department of State, the U.S. Agency for International Development, and the U.S. Department of Agriculture launched the interagency website featuring World Urban Forum (WUF) roundtable discussions, web chats, presentation
NAR and DocuSign Unveil Exclusive Realtor Electronic Signature Edition
March 9, 2010 Posted by NAR
Washington, DC - March 9, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) — The National Association of Realtors® announced today the release of the DocuSign REALTOR® Edition, an exclusive online eSignature service designed specifically for Realtors®. NAR and DocuSign formed a business alliance late last year through the REALTOR Benefits® Program.
Alliance to Save Energy Supports Obama’s Call for ‘Clean Energy Jobs’ to Unleash Multiple Benefits of Energy Efficiency
March 8, 2010 Posted by ASE
Washington, D.C. - March 8, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) — The Alliance to Save Energy today seconded President Obama’s call for creation of homegrown “clean energy jobs” to produce products that will help consumers lower their home energy bills while protecting the environment. The Alliance said federal support for such jobs would also help ensure America’s place as a global manufacturing leader in the 21st century.
NAHB Estimating Software Saves Builders and Remodelers Time and Money
March 2, 2010 Posted by NAHB
Washington, DC - March 2, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) — Effective estimating is a vital factor in running a profitable construction business. With the newly released, EstimatorPRO™ 5.2 construction estimating software, builders and remodelers now have the tools to complete complex estimates quickly and accurately
HouseMaster Urges Homeowners to Make Energy Efficient Renovations
February 19, 2010 Posted by RealEstateRama
Edmonton, Alberta - February 18, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) — HouseMaster, the first and one of the largest home inspection organizations in North America, urges homeowners to be proactive and make cost-effective home renovations in order to meet the February 1, 2010, deadline for the Home Renovation Tax Credit (HRTC).
Obama Administration Launches $130 Million Building Energy Efficiency Effort
February 12, 2010 Posted by EERE
Washington, D.C. - February 12, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) — The Obama Administration announced a multi-agency initiative to spur regional economic growth while making buildings more energy efficient. Seven federal agencies today issued a combined Funding Opportunity Announcement of up to $129.7 million over five years to create a regional research center that will develop new building efficiency technologies and work with local partners to implement the technologies in area buildings.
Weather Outside Is Frightful – with Heating Bills to Match;Alliance to Save Energy Offers No-Cost/Low-Cost Home Energy Saving Tips
February 11, 2010 Posted by ASE
Washington, D.C. - February 11, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) — As Washingtonians suffering from “snowmageddon” wish they could ship their excess snow to Vancouver for the Olympics, and thousands of snowbound families in the East and Midwest huddle together for warmth after losing power, yet another surprise could be in store – and it’s not a happy one.
NAHB Names the Nationals Gold Award Winners
January 20, 2010 Posted by NAHB
Awards Recognize Excellence in New Home Sales, Marketing and Design
Las Vegas, NV - January 20, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) –The year’s most outstanding work in residential real estate sales, marketing and design was honored yesterday at The National Sales and Marketing Awards gala (known as The NationalsSM), one of the building industry’s most prestigious events. Hosted by the National Association of Home Builders’ National Sales and Marketing Council (NSMC), the awards ceremony, held during the 2010 International Builders’ Show, attracted more than 500 building industry professionals to Caesar’s Palace in Las Vegas for an up-close look at the year’s most innovative and successful ideas.
