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Windows
The US Department of Energy estimates that if all residential windows in the US were replaced with ENERGY STAR qualifying models, the nation would save $7 billion in energy costs over the next 15 years.

Energy Star windows are built with features including low-e glass a (A thin layer of metal that reflects solar heat away from the inside of your house in the summer and reflects the heat generated by your heating system back into your home on a cold winter day), argon gas (an inert gas that acts as an insulator between the panes), and framing materials that conduct less heat. The energy and durability performance of Energy Star windows is certified by a third party verification organization, The National Fenestration Rating Council.

To learn more about windows visit our Windows Links. Strategic window placement can help your building tap into the natural lighting and heat generated from the sun (See Passive Solar Links). Passive Solar applications can help reduce the heating loads for your building, saving you money.

To learn more about the role of windows in your home, find local dealers, or find sources for passive solar design contact the Environmental House for a Consultation, or visit the Green Building Product Locator.