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Welcome to the Insulation Institute™— aimed at educating the industry with the knowledge to make informed insulation choices.
Joined June 2013
Millions of homes in North America could benefit from a chainsaw retrofit. Here's why and how to do it.
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RT @KnaufNA: Insulation might not turn heads like bold architecture or interior design, but behind the walls, it’s doing some of the buildi….
gbdmagazine.com
The impact of insulation in buildings is great. This guide explores how the insulation you choose effects performance, comfort, and more.
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Check out my latest article: 10 Reasons Why Fiberglass & Mineral Wool Insulations Matter on Earth Day via @LinkedIn.
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Earth Day has been celebrated in America since 1970 and serves as an opportunity to support environmental protection nationwide. There could be no better time than this 45th Annual Earth Day celebr...
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This homeowner cut her heating bill in half — and got a $1,200 tax credit
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The energy efficient home improvement credit offers up to $3,200 a year to taxpayers. Republicans may scrap the tax break as part of their legislative agenda.
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Data for Progress surveyed a bipartisan group of 1,169 voters this month to learn their opinions on energy efficiency. The results are eye-opening.
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You can save as much as 20% on your home energy bill by adding insulation to your attic. But you have to do it right.
washingtonpost.com
Improving insulation could trim your utility bills by up to 20 percent, according to the Energy Department. But you have to do it right.
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New analysis home builder use of the 45L tax credit in 2024. More than 350,000 homes were built leveraging that credit, benefitting national resilience, lowering energy use, and meeting demand for EE homes.
insulationinstitute.org
Home builders use the 45L tax credit to make homes more energy efficient, which has many benefits. Congress should ensure it's maintained.
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The @BCSECleanEnergy Sustainable #Factbook in America is out. It's full of information and year-over-year data on the clean energy transformation. Topline takeaways include progress on energy productivity.
bcse.org
The Sustainable Energy in America Factbook provides valuable year-over-year data and insights on the American energy transformation.
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RT @KnaufNA: From bare ground cow pasture to one of the largest manufacturing facilities in Texas. Get a look into the making of our state-….
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U.S. leaders honor former President Jimmy Carter's legacy of service and citizenship. Rest in peace, Mr. President.
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Speaker Mike Johnson and Vice President Harris eulogized the 39th president at a U.S. Capitol Rotunda ceremony, and he will now lie in state until Thursday.
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RT @theber_com: Join Chris and Sandy as they talk windows, Lions football, and the impact of the election on the building performance indus….
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RT @KnaufNA: Don’t let a drafty home spoil your comfort as the chilly weather sets in.❄️ Combat the cold by identifying and sealing leaks,….
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‘It could be your biggest nightmare’: Channel 2 investigates potential hidden danger in GA homes
wsbtv.com
Spray foam insulation is now more popular than ever.
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Home inspections can reveal numerous problems with a home. These are among the most common.
quickenloans.com
The home inspection is essential to understanding the condition of the property you’re buying. Here are 19 red flags to watch for when reviewing an inspection.
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How to Weatherize Your Home | Wirecutter via @wirecutter.
nytimes.com
Improve your home’s energy efficiency and save money with these simple upgrades.
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Homeowners who want to compare insulation choices need credible third-party information to assess their options. This is a good source for it.
probuilder.com
Three insulation options dominate home construction, but picking the right one can be tricky
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New research from ICF shows that the 2021 IECC beats the 2020 National Green Building Standard (NGBS) on energy performance. Only the Emerald level of the NGBS comes close to comparing.
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Our new guide, Setting the Record Straight: Insulation and Low Carbon Buildings, debunks false information from cellulose and wood fiber insulation manufacturers and details the rapid carbon payback period for most insulation products.
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