NFRC in the News
In the most recent issue of Natural Home magazine, columnist Umbra Fisk explains the various aspects of a window’s energy efficiency and offers advice on how to choose the best system for a reader looking to replace windows in an old home.
Fisk suggests that readers consult the NFRC’s rating system to evaluate window systems based on U-Factor, SHGC, condesation resistance, and visible transmittance.
Scottsdale Magazine dedicated its April 2008 issue to “Living Green.” In addition to green building and water conservation, the magazine emphasized the importance of choosing energy-efficient window products in the effort to reduce carbon emissions.
Statistics provided by NFRC member Chris Mathis were used to support the need for eco-glass:
“While we love lots of windows in our homes to enjoy the beautiful views the valley has to offer, glass is responsible for nearly 10 percent of the total carbon emissions in the nation annually and is a major contributor to global warming.”
was one of many Web sites to feature Sonya Stinson’s March 2008 article, Six Home Renovations with Major Payoffs. Stinson listed installing energy-efficient windows as number four on her list.
“For energy efficiency, the National Fenestration Rating Council's voluntary certification and ratings system is the gold standard. To qualify for the federal government's Energy Star label, a window must first have the NFRC's stamp of approval on its energy efficiency.”
On Friday, March 7, an article featured in the Star Tribune gave readers the inside scoop on home renovation. Jason Hammond, a special contributor to the paper, said when it comes to home renovation, “The first thing you should do is make your house as energy efficient as possible.” Hammond also provided readers his personal ‘tool box,’ which included a link to NFRC’s Web site.
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NFRC Update | Spring/Summer 2008