U.S. Government Turns Up the Heat on Window Film Usage, Testing

The federal government’s confidence in window film continues.

Besides funding a new rating system, the Department of Energy (DOE) recently released a report “Windows and Building Envelope Research and Development: Roadmap for Emerging Technologies,” which includes window film as one of those technologies.

Specifically, the report lists window film as a “high priority” research and development area, stating window films’ projected installation price less than or equal to $2 per square foot, is much more efficient than replacing an insulating glass ...

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FEB
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Energy Efficient, Window Film

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How to Reduce Your Heating Bills This Winter

Grab a coat, warm up by the fire and take a look at these wallet-friendly heating strategies.

For some parts of the country, warm weather still seems like a long way away, and it is: March 20 is the first official day of spring.

In the meantime, if keeping your home warm is making your heating bills look scary, here are some energy-saving strategies to consider, most of which don’t involve a lot of front-end costs. And it’s a good idea to ...

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FEB
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Energy Efficient

Chicago Infrastructure Trust OKs $25 million energy efficiency project

1st initiative launched since body’s 2012 creation would retrofit 75 city buildings

By Bill Ruthhart, Chicago Tribune reporterAfter months of delays, the Chicago Infrastructure Trust voted Tuesday to approve its first project, a plan that would tap a private investor to pay for energy efficiency improvements in 75 city buildings.

The proposal also must gain approval from the City Council, and the trust still has to select an investor and settle on the final financial terms.

Mayor Rahm Emanuel convinced the City Council ...

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NOV
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Energy Efficient

Window Film Works Smarter And Greener To Save Energy Costs

As Nation Continues To Face Record Summer Temperatures Easily Installed Window Film Can Reduce Peak Electricity Demand

Washington, DC — July 16, 2013 – Feeling the heat? The International Window Film Association (www.IWFA.com), is offering free information on how to both reduce cooling costs and the demand on our nation’s electric power grids, noting that roughly one third of an average building’s cooling load is from solar heat gain through windows.

According to the US Department of Energy (DOE), ...

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16
JUL
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Energy Efficient, Solar Control

Window Film Tax Credits Approved by Congress

Tax credits are now available for energy-efficient home improvements, such as installation of window film.

Congress has just given American homeowners a chance to keep more of their hard-earned money with tax credits for energy efficient upgrades planned for 2013, or made in 2012. Window Film is eligible for the tax credits approved by Congress and the tax incentive can cover up to 10 percent of the cost of the installation of window film to a maximum of $500, states the ...

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23
JAN
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Energy Efficient

Reduce Heat…Increase Comfort…Save Money!!

Cut Summer Energy Costs Up To 15% With Solar Control Window Film

During the summer, heat invades homes. Energy costs have unmercifully doubled in many communities from a year ago. Many homeowners do not understand that up to 15 percent of their average summer utility bill is due to heat pouring through windows. This heat gain puts such a load on air conditioners that they keep running. Electric meters keep spinning. As energy rates soar, everyone needs an affordable way to ...

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OCT
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Energy Efficient, Solar Control