Remodeling: Plumbing + HVAC http://www.remodeling.hw.net/green/green-products/plumbing-electrical-hvac/plumbing-electrical-and-hvac.aspx?view=rss&id=Query_tcm1781603<url /><link /></image><description>The Information Source for the Home Building Industry</description><language>en-us</language><pubDate /><webMaster /><item><title>Panasonic WhisperComfort Spot Energy Recovery Ventilator (ERV)http://www.remodeling.hw.net/hvac/panasonic-whispercomfort-spot-energy-recovery-ven.aspx?rssLink=Panasonic+WhisperComfort+Spot+Energy+Recovery+Ventilator+(ERV)The WhisperComfort Spot Energy Recovery Ventilator (ERV) is the first ceiling-insert ERV available in the U.S.Product Extra: Stimulus: HVAC and Solarhttp://www.remodeling.hw.net/products/product-extras/09-29-09-stimulus-solar-hvac.aspx?rssLink=09%2f29%2f09%3a+Stimulus%2c+Solar%2c+HVACAlternative energies and high-efficiency HVAC products eligible for tax credits.Hallowell International Applies for Waivers to Become Tax Credit Eligiblehttp://www.remodeling.hw.net/green-policy/hallowells-acadia-left-out-of-stimulus-package.aspx?rssLink=Hallowell's+Acadia+Left+Out+of+Stimulus+PackageAcadia manufacturer says highly efficient technologies were overlooked by the stimulus package.Johnson Controls York Affinity UVC Germicidal Lighthttp://www.remodeling.hw.net/hvac/johnson-controls-york-affinity-uvc-germicidal-lig.aspx?rssLink=Johnson+Controls+York+Affinity+UVC+Germicidal+LightThe York Affinity Series of indoor-air-quality solutions now includes a low-temperature duty UVC germicidal light.New Green Products for the Remodeling Markethttp://www.remodeling.hw.net/green-products/dec-08-greenspec.aspx?rssLink=GreenSpecGreen products from WaterFurnace, Eco-Heater, Danze, and iLevel by Weyerhaeuser.New Energy-Efficient Green Productshttp://www.remodeling.hw.net/toilets/green-products.aspx?rssLink=Green+ProductsNew Energy-Efficient Green ProductsGeothermal heating and cooling systems are a viable alternative to traditional HVAChttp://www.remodeling.hw.net/hvac/gaining-ground.aspx?rssLink=Gaining+GroundGeothermal heating and cooling systems are earning their reputations as a viable alternative to traditional HVAC.New + Notable http://www.remodeling.hw.net/green-products/new-and-notable-ecohome-winter-product-spotlight.aspx?rssLink=New+%2b+NotableKohler. The industry’s first one-piece, 1.0-gpf, high-efficiency toilet with pressure assist technology, the San Raphael Pressure Lite uses compressed air to propel water for strong flushing power. According to the firm, the toilet, which carries the EPA WaterSense label, can save a household of four 7,000 to 10,000 gallons of water a year versus a standard 1.6-gpf model. The unit has Comfort Height seating and an elongated bowl. 800.456.4537. Water Conservation Plays Key Green Role in New Mexico Condominiumshttp://www.remodeling.hw.net/green-products/water-conservation-in-sante-fe.aspx?rssLink=Water+Conservation+in+Santa+FeIn the dry climate of New Mexico, water conservation takes center stage in any discussion of green building. Bill Roth, president of Clear Creek Management Corp., is showing that efficient practices needn’t require special training or special orders.Peak Performancehttp://www.remodeling.hw.net/green-products/peak-performance.aspx?rssLink=Peak+PerformanceHeating and cooling systems account for nearly 50% of a home’s energy consumption, so your choice of equipment and the way it is installed are keys to success for any green builder. And as the focus on energy efficiency has led to improved building shell performance (including high-performance insulation packages and passive solar heating), selecting HVAC components that match the projected energy requirements will ensure that you optimize the system and meet the occupants’ comfort needs and expectations.