February 2008

Executive Director’s Message

As we start a New Year, and in a rapidly changing world where consumers are becoming ever more demanding, NFRC must commit itself to providing value to all of its stakeholders. We must be sure that our members, our program participants, our allies and partners, and our ratings customers see a significant return on their investment in NFRC. More

Q&A with Rich Karney

Rich Karney is an Energy Star Program Manager for the U.S. Department of Energy and is a long-standing, active participant at NFRC meetings. Update talked with Rich to discuss DOE’s current overhaul of the ENERGY STAR® criteria as it relates to fenestration. He also shared his thoughts on the state of one of America’s oldest baseball teams. More

NFRC’s CMA Program Slated for Release in Early 2009

Currently under development, NFRC’s Component Modeling Approach (CMA) Program is on target to be released to stakeholders in January 2009. More

First Window Films Earn NFRC Certification

After being accepted into NFRC’s certification program just last year, the first window films have been certified by CPFilms, Inc. More

New Energy Bill Offers Comprehensive Strategy
for the 21st Century

The recently enacted Energy Security and Independence Act of 2007 set forth a plan to enhance energy conservation and efficiency in the United States by encouraging several different industries to revolutionize energy consumption. More

NFRC Makes Statement at EcoBuild Show in
Washington, DC

NFRC Executive Director Jim Benney presented the role of certification and rating in specifying high-performance windows systems during an educational presentation at the Fall 2007 EcoBuild America Show in December at the Washington, DC Convention Center. More

The Winter Blues

Winter has arrived and as temperatures continue to drop, heating costs have begun to soar.  As in recent years, energy prices will likely reach record highs this winter but by making a few small changes, homeowners can save on their monthly energy bills. More

Online Bulletin Boards: A Place for You to Communicate

The highly technical and sometimes complex fenestration industry can often be confusing – even for seasoned industry experts. More

Membership and Program Participant Changes Take Effect

With the start of 2008, a number of changes have come into effect for NFRC members and program participants. More

Continuing Education Opportunities for Architects, Building Industry Professionals 

With sustainability and high-performance technology evolving at a swift pace, it is essential for industry professionals to stay informed and trained to keep ahead of the curve. More

NFRC Spring Membership Meeting Set for Nashville

NFRC will be holding its Spring Membership Meeting at the Loews Vanderbilt Hotel in Nashville, Tenn. on March 3-6, 2008. More

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