Windows

Nationwide, heating and cooling energy attributable to windows account for about ten percent of energy consumption in buildings; when daylighting potential is considered, it can be even more. Efficient windows can lower heating and cooling energy while maintaining daylight and view.

Lower Heating and Cooling Costs

Windows are a major driver of building energy use. As they typically transfer heat much more easily than do insulated walls, window energy performance is of particular concern to heating and cooling energy use. Additional factors like solar heat, daylight and ventilation are important to consider for building energy performance.

Many window technologies can increase the insulating properties of windows. While most people realize that double-pane and triple-pane windows are more efficient than single-pane windows, other components can significantly improve window efficiency as well.

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Empire State Building: American Icon Saves Energy, Money

Date: Oct 05, 2010

The Empire State Building’s $13 million, four-year retrofit offers a five-year payback schedule.

The Empire State Building is getting an energy efficiency makeover. Standing as a model for architecture of its time, the legendary skyscraper is now becoming a model of energy efficiency for other large and pre-WWII buildings. There's even an exhibit to showcase the changes in the building and encourage consumers to make energy efficiency changes of their own.

2010: What's Next for Energy Efficiency?

September 10, 2010

Watch the Alliance's new video, 2010-2020: The Decade of Energy Efficiency.

The Alliance to Save Energy's video, 2010-2020: The Decade of Energy Efficiency, explores why this is the decade of energy efficiency.

From policymakers to appliance manufactures to utility heads, it’s clear that the current decade will bring with it a host of new technologies, legislation and changes in energy delivery that will impact everyone.

In this video, the Alliance interviewed:

Windows Volume Purchase Midwest Regional Workshop

September 22, 2010 - 9:00am - September 23, 2010 - 12:00pm

445 N. Sacramento Blvd., Chicago, Illinois

Kateri Callahan

President

Contact Email:

info@ase.org

Kateri Callahan brings more than 25 years of experience in policy advocacy, fundraising, coalition building, and organizational management to her position as the president of the Alliance to Save Energy. The Alliance to Save Energy is a premier non-government organization headquartered in Washington, D.C. The Alliance has worked for more than three decades to advance energy efficiency worldwide to achieve a healthier economy, a cleaner environment, and greater energy security.

Phone:

202-857-0666

Address:

1850 M Street, NW, Suite 600, Washington, DC 20036

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DOE Program Expands Market for Highly Efficient Windows

Date: Aug 05, 2010

Since its launch in late May, the Department of Energy’s (DOE’s) Highly-Insulating R-5 Windows and Low-E Storm Windows Volume Purchase Program has made steady progress in increasing the market for efficient triple-pane windows and low-E storm windows.

Andersen Corporation

Membership Level:

Founder

Organization Website:

Andersen Windows & Doors

Contact:

100 Fourth Avenue
North Boyport, MN 55003
(651) 264-5150

andersencorp.com

Andersen Corporation, the world’s largest manufacturer of wood windows, patio doors and storm doors, celebrated its 100th anniversary in 2003. The company is privately owned and has a strong history of commitment to its business partners, employees, community and to environmental stewardship. Andersen markets products throughout North America and in South America, Europe, Asia and the Middle East.

DOE, Alliance to Save Energy Provide Consumers With Smart Energy Tips, Resources to Reduce Home Energy Bills During Heating Season

Author:

Ronnie Kweller

Contact Email:

rkweller@ase.org

Date:

September 30, 2004

U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) and the Alliance to Save Energy join forces on Powerful Savings campaign, offering consumers tips on smart energy practices and energy-efficiency home improvements

To help consumers reduce their home energy bills and the nation’s overall energy use this winter, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) and the Alliance to Save Energy, which have joined forces on a year-long Powerful Savings campaign, offer consumers tips on smart energy practices and energy-efficiency home improvements.

Topics: Homes and Buildings, Lighting, Saving Money and Energy, Windows
Programs: Communications Program

Efficient Windows Collaborative

The Efficient Windows Collaborative is the Alliance’s consortium dedicated to increasing the market share of high-efficiency windows in both the residential and commercial sectors.

Program Web Site:

http://www.efficientwindows.org

Overview:

The Efficient Windows Collaborative (EWC) is a consortium of manufacturers, home performance contractors, research organizations and others dedicated to increasing the market share of high-efficiency windows in both the residential and commercial sectors.

The EWC promotes energy performance rating and labeling among window manufacturers and educates builders, designers, and consumers about the benefits of energy-efficient windows and how to select efficient windows for various climates.

The EWC also supports the development of a market for emerging window technologies by providing information about their energy savings potential. It also provides education, research and policy advice to support the use of energy efficient windows and related design decisions.

Laura Van Wie

Vice President, International Programs

Contact Email:

lvanwie@ase.org

Laura Van Wie McGrory, Vice President of International Programs, manages a range of international energy efficiency projects and policy studies across all energy use sectors.

Phone:

443-934-2279

Address:

1850 M Street, NW, Suite 600, Washington, DC 20036

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2010 Stars of Energy Efficiency Award Winners

Date: Jun 08, 2010

Now in its 18th year, the Evening with the Stars of Energy Efficiency Awards Dinner has become a highly anticipated event in the energy efficiency community, typically drawing more than 500 energy leaders from industry, government and academia. With an ever-increasing global demand for energy, there has never been a greater time to pause and recognize the efforts of those working to advance energy efficiency.

Charles H. Percy Award for Public Service: S. Richard (Rick) Fedrizzi, President, CEO and Founding Chair, U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC)

This is the Alliance's most prestigious award. It is presented to an individual in the public or private sector in recognition of an outstanding public service contribution and/or a lifetime commitment to energy efficiency.