Upgrading the energy efficiency of a building can be a major investment. Before making any decisions, it’s important to thoroughly research your options. Sometimes the more affordable ones can yield a greater ROI. That’s why it’s prudent to consider the expected retu
When it comes to large capital investments like building upgrades (HVAC, roofing, windows, etc.) it’s important to consider the return on energy investment, i.e. how long will it take to recoup the investment and how much will this investment save in energy costs. One of the bes
We use the latest window design software WINDOWS 6.3 developed in concert between the Department of Energy and Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratories. This enables us to configure your existing glass with our system to produce the desired R Value, U Value, Solar Heat Gain and Visible
As of December 2006, “approximately 25% of the General Services Administration’s (GSA’s) 1,600 buildings are on the National Register of Historic Places, and fully 50% are more than 50 years old. Similarly, 30% of the Department of Defense’s (DOD’s) 350,000 buildings are h
It’s election time again and like the previous election, there is no shortage of mudslinging, debates and promises. Regardless of your political beliefs, one thing that most consumers and business would agree on is the need to reduce the cost of energy–from gasoline to hom
ESCOs and Window Retrofits As a leading manufacturer of energy efficient interior window systems, Thermolite specializes in helping Energy Service Companies (ESCOs) bring greater value to their clients. Windows are one of the most vulnerable points for buildings in terms of energy per
Thermolite has been a leading innovator in secondary interior window systems since 1979. Although our main focus is working with a variety of industries to improve their building performance through interior window retrofits, our services are not limited to the providing and installat
Improving your building’s energy performance not only saves you money by reducing energy costs, it may also qualify you for a significant tax credit. The Energy Policy Act of 2005, signed into law by President George W. Bush, provides a tax deduction for energy efficient buildings via
Architects, engineers and other construction professionals can earn continuing education credits by completing Thermolite’s free online course: Performance Attributes of Secondary Window Systems. Provided in partnership with AEC Daily – the largest source of free online continui
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