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News Archives - 2006
January
New Energy Efficiency Tax Credits Take Effect
DOE Partners with HUD and Home Depot in Hurricane Relief Program
Stronger Air Conditioner Efficiency Standards Go Into Effect
February
DOE Releases Schedule for New Appliance Standards
DOE and 15 Federal Agencies Sign Green Building Agreement
Building Groups to Set Minimum Standard for Green Building
March
IRS Releases Guidance on Energy Efficiency Tax Credits
DOE Sets More Stringent Criteria for Energy Star Dishwashers
DOE and EPA Honor Energy Star Partners
New Wisconsin Energy Act Boosts Efficiency and Renewable Power
April
DOE Awards $140.3 Million to 31 States for Home Weatherization
Sustainable Business Group Develops Zero Energy Buildings
Karsner: Advanced Energy Initiative is a "Vision for Victory"
Green Roofs are Gaining Acceptance in U.S. Cities, Says Survey
May
New Near-Zero Energy Homes Open in California and New Jersey
Energy and Architecture Groups Pursue Green Office Buildings
DOE Helps Develop an Energy-Efficient Water Heater
Kauai Pursues Biomass and Wind Power and Solar Water Heating
Charrette Participants Focus on Accelerating Technology Adoption in Buildings
EnergyPlus Software Reaches Milestone of 40,000 Downloads
DOE Releases Funding Opportunity for Solid-State Lighting Core Technology Research
Northeastern States Offering Funds for Renewable Energy Projects
June
DOE Offers $7 Million for Solid-State Lighting Research
IRS Issues Guidance on Commercial Building Tax Deduction
USDA Loan Program to Encourage Energy Efficient Homes
National Award Honors Leadership in Building Performance
Researcher Wins Major Technical Prize for His Work on LEDs
September
Wal-Mart and Dow Chemical Among Energy Efficiency Awardees