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Here’s Why You Need to Get an HVAC Inspection Before You Buy a Home
When you're trying to do right by your home, one of the best things you can do is take care of the heating and cooling system. Rather than only focusing on maintenance, you should also key in on the HVAC system while shopping around for a house.
Appraisal Institute Premieres Solar Photovoltaic Seminar
The Appraisal Institute, the nation’s largest professional association of real estate appraisers, premiered a four-hour classroom seminar on developing the value
New Report: Potential For Energy Efficiency Programs To Deliver More Savings By Properly Valuing...
Analysis by Alliance to Save Energy and DesignLights Consortium calls for fully capturing the savings potential of lighting upgrades, including networked lighting controls
The HVAC System and Its Many Problems: Is It Time to Think About Changing...
The heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) machine is a silent worker - not in the sense that it makes no sound, but more on account of the fact that they are only appreciated when they finally break down, or something is wrong with the system’s functioning. However, if this occurs far too often, it might be time to change your old HVAC system and buy a new one!
More Than 70 Associations Back Renewable Energy Extension Act
The Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) announced that dozens of associations representing a broad array of interests are calling for an extension of the Section 48 and Section 25D Investment Tax Credit (ITC).
USDA and DOE Join Forces to Increase Energy Technology Development and Deployment in Rural...
WASHINGTON, Oct. 24, 2019 – U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Deputy Under Secretary Donald “DJ” LaVoy and U.S. Department of Energy Under Secretary of Energy...
Solar Industry Urges U.S. District Court to Reject Discriminatory Charges on Puerto Rico Solar...
WASHINGTON, D.C. – In an Amicus Brief filed today in federal court, the Solar Energy Storage Association of Puerto Rico (SESA) and the Solar...
Over 300 Communities in 40 States Now “Open for Solar Business”
From Anchorage, Alaska, to Sarasota, Florida, more than 300 local governments have now met national benchmarks for encouraging the growth of solar energy and removing barriers to solar market development.
USDA Invests in Rural Electric Infrastructure Improvements in 13 States
Investments will Benefit Nearly 231,000 Residents and Businesses
WASHINGTON, Oct. 9, 2019 - (RealEstateRama) - U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Deputy Under Secretary for Rural Development Donald...
SEIA and Kentucky Solar Industries Association Formalize Affiliate Partnership
The Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA), the national trade association for the U.S. solar energy industry, announced today that the Kentucky Solar Industries Association (KYSEIA) is now a formal SEIA state affiliate
Coalition Urges Congress To Pass New Energy Efficiency Tax Incentive Bills
A coalition of businesses, trade associations, and advocacy groups including the Alliance to Save Energy, Air-Conditioning, Heating and Refrigeration Institute, and Natural Resources Defense Council called on Congress to quickly pass bipartisan legislation announced Wednesday
Share Secretary Bernhardt Inspects Key Water and Power Facility in Western Colorado
WASHINGTON – U.S. Secretary of the Interior David Bernhardt inspected a key piece of national water infrastructure at Morrow Point Dam, located on the Gunnison...
Department of Energy Announces Winners of Solar Prize and Two New Innovative Solar Initiatives
Yesterday, at Solar Power International, the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE’s) Assistant Secretary for the Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE), Daniel R Simmons, announced the winners of the first round
Voluntary, Market-Driven Solutions Best Approach to Boost Energy Efficiency
The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) told Congress today that it wants to work as a partner with officials at all levels of government to encourage energy efficiency
DOE and NOAA Announce Prize Competition to Power Ocean Observing Platforms with Marine Renewable...
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), along with NOAA, announced a $3 million prize competition to generate innovation in marine energy-powered ocean observing platforms.
DOE Announces $16 Million for 14 Tribal Energy Infrastructure Deployment Projects
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announced more than $16 million in funding for 14 tribal energy infrastructure projects through DOE’s Office of Indian Energy. This investment will help Native American and Alaska Native communities
USDA Has More Than $400 Million Still Available for Renewable Energy System and Energy...
Acting Assistant to the Secretary for Rural Development Joel Baxley today encouraged farmers, rural small businesses and agricultural producers to apply for financing in a key U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)
EPA Proposes Cleanup for Groundwater Contamination at Superfund Site in San German, Puerto Rico
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing a cleanup plan to address contaminated groundwater located in the surrounding areas of the Retiro Industrial Park
BLM TO HOST PUBLIC MEETINGS ON PROPOSED GEMINI SOLAR PROJECT
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Southern Nevada District will host two public meetings during the public comment period to provide information and gather public input on the Solar Partners, XI LLC (Arevia) proposal to construct
The Top Tips to Prevent Water Damage in Your Home
Did you know that billions of dollars are spent on repairing water damage to homes across the United States every year? While some instances of water damage are out of our control, most can be easily avoided.
