Jargon Decoded: The HERS Index
The Home Energy Rating System (HERS) is an important scale by which many of our Members gauge the progress of their energy efficient efforts in housing. One of the main goals by these members is to...
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Energy Efficiency Fahe considers energy efficient home building techniques to be a vital part of affordable homeownership. Many of our members specialize in building energy efficient homes in order...
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Did you know that houses utilizing energy efficient methods instead of standard methods could save a family between $500 and $900 per year? This is especially important in Appalachia where much of the...
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If you’re looking to buy a new home or rent a new apartment, it is well worth your time to become familiar with some of the basic terminology surrounding energy efficiency. Knowing what to look for in...
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Last week we took a look at three different standards in energy efficient and green construction: Energy Star, HERS rating, and LEED. Today we are expanding on the positive impact that energy usage...
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