Utility Co-Brandable: Comfort Benefits of High-Performance Windows
The Importance of Window Performance. Windows play a crucial role in regulating indoor temperatures, yet they are often a major source of heat loss or gain. The U.S. Department of Energy estimates that windows account for 20-30% of total heat loss in buildings. Poorly performing windows, such as older single-pane models or those with improper […]
Utility Co-Brandable: Window Upgrade Flowchart
Wondering how you can improve your windows to make your home more comfortable and reduce your utility bills? Follow this flowchart to check out your options!
Utility Co-Brandable: DIY Attachments
DIY and Renter-Friendly Ideas for Improving Window Performance! Window attachments are products that are installed on the interior or exterior of windows to lower utility costs and improve privacy, noise, comfort, and appearance. Common attachments include curtains and blinds, yet there are several other types of affordable window attachments outlined below that significantly improve energy […]
Utility Co-Brandable: Noise Benefits of High-Performance Windows
Unwanted outside noise can come from traffic, airplanes, construction, or even a neighbor’s lawnmowers. Many people believe that noise levels must be quite high to cause damage; however, even low-level noise can cause stress and sleep disruption, as well as higher rates of anxiety and depression. Noise outside a workplace can decrease focus and concentration […]
DIY Attachments
DIY and Renter-Friendly Ideas for Improving Window Performance! Window attachments are products that are installed on the interior or exterior of windows to lower utility costs and improve privacy, noise, comfort, and appearance. Common attachments include curtains and blinds, yet there are several other types of affordable window attachments outlined below that significantly improve energy […]
Comfort Benefits of High-Performance Windows
The Importance of Window Performance. Windows play a crucial role in regulating indoor temperatures, yet they are often a major source of heat loss or gain. The U.S. Department of Energy estimates that windows account for 20-30% of total heat loss in buildings. Poorly performing windows, such as older single-pane models or those with improper […]
Noise Benefits of High-Performance Windows
Unwanted outside noise can come from traffic, airplanes, construction, or even a neighbor’s lawnmowers. Many people believe that noise levels must be quite high to cause damage; however, even low-level noise can cause stress and sleep disruption, as well as higher rates of anxiety and depression. Noise outside a workplace can decrease focus and concentration […]
Utility Working Group Incentive List
PAWS has put together a list of residential window and window attachment incentives offered by utility programs around the country, courtesy of PAWS Members Nicor Gas and Ameren Illinois. Over 60 programs exist in total across more than half of all states. Need help understanding the landscape? Have another program to add? Contact us today!
High Performance Windows – Incremental Cost Memo
With recent advancements in window technologies, momentum towards electrification, and a need to improve building envelope performance, there is an exciting opportunity to begin building window programs that are cost-effective and popular among utility customers. This memo outlines the incremental cost of high-performance Window Products.
High Performance Windows Measure Lifetime
With recent advancements in window technologies, momentum towards electrification, and a need to improve building envelope performance, there is an exciting opportunity to begin building window programs that are cost-effective and popular among utility customers. This memo outlines the recommended lifetime assumptions for window products, which are substantially longer than most traditional energy efficiency measures.