As
much as we love the onset of cooler weather, the dropping temperatures can mean
rising energy costs. What have you done to prepare your home and increase your
energy efficiency? We have included an article below with some energy saving
tips!
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Energy-Effecient Windows
(Regular Windows vs Energy Effecient)
A
building's windows dramatically affect its energy efficiency.
In winter, heat loss through typical windows can boost a building's heating bill
as much as 25 percent (see References 1). In summer, the heat flow reverses,
with sunlight warming the building's interior through its windows and causing
air conditioners to work harder. Energy-efficient windows can help in both these
situations. And if the building's electricity comes from a fossil-fuel power
plant, installing energy-saving windows also shrinks the building's carbon footprint by reducing greenhouse gas emissions at that
plant.
Structural
Differences
Most normal windows use a single
glass pane that readily conducts heat into and out of a building. Normal window
frames also cause heat loss if they're made of highly conductive material such
as aluminum or if they're not tightly sealed. Energy-efficient windows have
multiple panes of glass that minimize heat transfer with insulating air spaces
between the panes. Efficiency is increased further when those spaces are filled
with nontoxic gases such as krypton or argon and when low-conductivity spacers
are used between the panes. (See References 1, 2, 3 and 4)
Surface
Coating
Applying low-emissivity, or
low-e, coatings to glass surfaces is an additional way of controlling heat
transfers. When applied to outside glass panes, these microscopically thin metal
or metallic oxide layers keep buildings cooler in the summer by reflecting
sunlight. In the winter, low-e coatings on interior panes maintain indoor
temperatures by preventing heat from escaping. (See References 1 and 5) Energy
Star Windows and other products with the Energy Star label have met federal
guidelines for energy efficiency. The Energy Star program is jointly run by the
Environmental Protection Agency and the Department of Energy to promote
environmentally friendly energy practices. Use of Energy Star-approved products
in 2009 saved an estimated $17 billion on utility bills in the United States and
reduced greenhouse gas emissions equivalent to those generated by about 30
million cars. (See References 6)
Considerations
Building energy-efficient windows
into a new home saves money by allowing installation of smaller, less costly
cooling and heating equipment. When looking for new windows, check with local
utilities for cash rebates and other incentives for installing energy-saving
replacement windows. The best windows for cold climates will be different from
the most efficient windows for warm or temperate climates. Make sure you select
windows constructed for the climate and sunlight conditions where you intend to
install them. (See References 1 and 3)
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Monday, October 15, 2012
Fall is officially here!
Time to enjoy this beautiful weather from the comfort of your new screenroom!
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