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How do I create a strategy? PDF Print E-mail
Written by Team Connect the Dots   
Sunday, 23 August 2009 01:00
Question: How do I create a strategy to improve my home’s performance? Can’t you just give me a checklist that I can tackle, one item at a time, as my budget allows?
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What is a Home Energy Audit? PDF Print E-mail
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Sunday, 23 August 2009 02:00
Question: What is a Home Energy Audit and why do I need a ‘Certified Rater’ to complete it? Can’t I just have an architect or general contractor tell me what I need to do – or just do it myself?
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What is an energy rater? PDF Print E-mail
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Sunday, 23 August 2009 03:00
Question: What is an energy rater? What is a HERS or BPI certified rater?
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What is the relationship between BPI and RESNET? PDF Print E-mail
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Sunday, 23 August 2009 13:02
Question: What is the relationship between BPI and RESNET? Why is a joint standard desirable?
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About Us

Connect the Dots is a project of the U. S. Green Building Council Southwest Virginia Chapter to advocate and educate our region about green building through a locally produced seminar series and subsequent website modules.

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Facts

95% of our buildings are over 10 years old; while LEED and other programs do a lot to address new homes, improving performance for all buildings is important, higher value, higher performance, lower bills.

Strategies

  • Begin with a ‘Home Performance Analysis.’
  • Map your own path: state clear, measurable goals.
  • Engage qualified experts to advise you and carry out the work.
  • Measure post-improvement performance to track your progress.
  • Finally, engage a third party, certified energy rater.

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Our founding sponsors were selected from among the most innovative, forward thinking companies in Southwest Virginia. Check them out - they may be able to help you complete your goals for high performance building!

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