Can SPF and a correctly sized HVAC system improve energy efficiency, lower utility bills, and improve indoor air quality? The Spray Foam Magazine Team (SFMT), spoke with Synergy SprayFoam & HVAC to find out how their hybrid system, named “FOAM & FIT,” is doing just that. read more
On November 15, President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. signed into law the bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (the Bipartisan Infrastructure Deal)— a once-in-a-generation investment in our nation’s infrastructure that will create good-paying jobs, combat climate change, and grow the economy sustainably and equitably for decades to come. read more
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has released REScheck Version 2.1.0, a free, web-based software application that helps builders, designers, and contractors demonstrate that a particular home complies with the latest provisions of the International Energy Conservation Code, the 2021 IECC. DOE has determined that the provisions of the 2021 IECC will achieve savings of 9.4% in residential buildings (compared to the previous 2018 edition). read more
The ratings for ASHRAE's As Designed for its Building Energy Quotient Portal that provides a faster, more automated approach to receive a Building EQ Performance Score have been released. read more
Honeywell announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding with the United Nations Environment. read more
ASHRAE received a final determination issued by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Building Energy Codes Program. read more
Greenfiber® and SES offer new approach to home insulation with Custom Comfort Solutions and completed two projects with builders Elev8 and Monte Hewett Homes, and spray foam contractor SEI Group. read more
ASHRAE launched the Building Energy Quotient Portal, which provides a faster, more automated approach to receive a Building EQ Performance Score. read more
The Green Mountain Energy Sun Club donated $150,000 to the Wesley Community Center for solar power, energy efficiency upgrades and resource conservation for its community center and food pantry facilities. read more
Two ASHRAE certification programs have been recognized by the U.S. Department of Energy as meeting the Better Buildings Workforce Guidelines. read more
SWD Urethane releases their new Quik-Shield 118 Ultra-Shield closed-cell spray foam insulation that provides yield, efficiency, safety, and quality. read more
TCL Corporation, one of China's largest manufacturers of appliances and electronics, is using Honeywell's Solstice Liquid Blowing Agent in its refrigerator insulation to increase energy efficiency and further reduce climate impact. read more
