This resource guide to renovation of historic houses addresses energy efficiency and related issues such as building durability, indoor air quality, and occupant health, safety, and comfort. The best practices… read more →
Lighting offers one of the easiest, most affordable, energy efficiency options. Installing compact fluorescent bulbs are an energy investment that pays for itself quickly, then saves cash on energy bills… read more →
Home air sealing guide now available for free download: Building America Best Practices Series, Vol. 10 – Retrofit Techniques and Technology Air Sealing Guide Imagine opening a window in your… read more →
For the average American homeowner, heating and cooling accounts for 40% of annual energy usage (DOE Building Energy Data Book 2009). Picking the right heating and cooling equipment can reduce… read more →
WISE is the acronym for Worthwhile Investments Save Energy – we are talking about energy efficient home improvement offer a return up to 30% from energy savings. How much can… read more →
Participating AlabamaWISE contractors are required to maintain a Building Analyst certification from the Building Performance Institute or Energy Rater certification from RESNET. These certifications mean your home improvement contractor understands building science… read more →
What is it? A comprehensive home performance assessment is a road map to improved home comfort, significant energy savings, and a healthy indoor environment. How much does it cost? A quality home… read more →
Home Performance is a systems-based approach to design and installation of a homes mechanical equipment and thermal components that considers the whole house and relationship between individual components to maximize efficiency, comfort and… read more →
About AlabamaWISE A program of the non-profit Nexus Energy Center, AlabamaWISE empowers Alabama households of all incomes to save money by saving energy. Families say they appreciate saving money, but… read more →
AlabamaWISE is a home energy guide edited by Brian Brainerd for Nexus Energy Center. Inside your home lurk soil gasses, mold, carbon monoxide — all due to poor home performance. Just… read more →