In April 1995, the National Association of State Energy Officials and Energy Rated Homes of America founded the Residential Energy Services Network (RESNET) to develop a national market for home energy rating systems and energy efficient mortgages.
Sealing and insulating the "envelope" or "shell" of your home - its outer walls, ceiling, windows, doors, and floors - is often the most cost effective way to improve energy efficiency and comfort. ENERGY STAR estimates that a knowledgeable homeowner or skilled contractor can save up to 20% on heating and cooling costs (or up to 10% on their total annual energy bill) by sealing and insulating.
The Department of Energy, through the Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy's (EERE) Building Technologies Program works closely with the building industry and manufacturers to conduct research and development on technologies and practices for energy efficiency. The Department also promotes energy and money-saving opportunities to builders and consumers and works with state and local regulatory groups to improve building codes and appliance standards.
Demilec (USA) is a pioneer in the development and commercialization of environmentally-safe spray foam insulation products for wood or steel structures and producer of the totally water-blown SEALECTION® 500 insulation system.
Aldo Products is a leader in the innovation of the most cost effective, environmentally friendly reflective roof coating products available today.
Organized in 1964 by research chemist, Dr. H. W. Bradley and Charlotte-based Barnhardt Manufacturing Company, NCFI Polyurethanes quickly became a leader in the manufacturing of flexible polyurethane foam for the bedding and furniture industries.
Since its inception in 1954, Wayne-Dalton has become known as a company with innovative ideas which far exceed industry standards.
Since Owens Corning was founded in 1938, the company has continued to grow as a market-leading innovator of glass fiber technology.