Oikos Green Building News

A Miles-Per-Gallon Rating for Your Home? Get Ready!

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 19:32:23 GMT

Earth Advantage Institute a leading nonprofit green building resource that has certified more than 11,000 homes, has played a key role in the conceptualization, promotion, and adoption of the Energy Performance Score (EPS), currently the only residential energy labeling system that enables buyers to directly compare home energy consumption. The tool provides homeowners with both an energy consumption score and an associated carbon emission score. The number is based on in-home measurements and diagnostics data, as well as your utility’s energy source, which are entered into online software for calculation.

Last month the Energy Performance Score won first place in the energy category at Change.org’s “Ideas for Change in America” and has now moved on to the final round of internet voting. If the idea is voted into the top ten, the Oregon-conceived EPS will be presented to key White House administration officials. You can vote for the EPS at www.change.org/ideas by scrolling down to the energy category and clicking on “A Miles-Per-Gallon Rating for Your Home.”

Energy Efficiency Effort to Create Jobs and Lower Utility Bills through Innovative Technology

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 19:28:58 GMT

he Obama Administration recently announced a multi-agency initiative to spur regional economic growth while making buildings more energy efficient. Seven federal agencies today issued a combined Funding Opportunity Announcement of up to $129.7 million over five years to create a regional research center that will develop new building efficiency technologies and work with local partners to implement the technologies in area buildings.

New Green Product Association Announces First Founding Members and Partners to Accelerate Market

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 19:28:53 GMT

Even with the economy in the tank, interest in green products is on the rise. The Greenbuild International Conference and Expo last November expected a drop in attendance, but sold out the trade show floor with a waiting list and exceeded attendee estimates by 12,000 people. With this continuing momentum and proliferation of green products on the market, it’s increasingly difficult to know what’s really green.

EPA and DOE Join States to Speed Energy Efficiency Progress in the United States

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 19:27:35 GMT

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Department of Energy have announced the creation of the State Energy Efficiency (SEE) Action Network. This network is meant to help states achieve maximum cost effective energy efficiency improvements in homes, offices, buildings and industry by 2020. Strengthening energy efficiency initiatives across the country helps to save money and protect the environment at the same time.

National Gypsum Wall Panel Featuring Phase Change Technology

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 19:25:50 GMT

National Gypsum recently introduced its ThermalCORE™ Panel with Micronal® PCM, the first domestically produced wall panel that incorporates phase change material from global chemical leader BASF Corporation to moderate indoor temperature fluctuations and help maintain a comfortable interior environment.

GREENGUARD Environmental Institute Revamps Web Site

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 19:24:25 GMT

Offers New and Improved Features for Manufacturers, Architects and Designers, Consumers, and Owners and Builders

Living Building Challenge Road Show - Portland - Mar. 31

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 19:23:37 GMT

Salt Lake Sustainable Building Conference - Apr. 8

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 19:22:42 GMT

Gulf Coast Green 2010 Symposium and EXPO - Apr. 15-16

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 19:21:48 GMT

ACI Home Performance Conference 2010

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 19:20:23 GMT