Americans recognize that the best way to save energy is to never use it in the first place.\u00a0 We also recognize that a renewed commitment to energy efficiency is smart economics.\u00a0 It will put thousands of American workers back on the job, producing and installing insulation.\u00a0 Unlike certain technologies such as solar, adding insulation is the most economical, practical and proven way to increase the efficiency of homes and buildings.<\/p>\n
With so much disagreement over the use of both fossil fuels and still developing renewable energy, it’s more critical than ever to focus on what everyone can agree on:\u00a0 energy efficiency.\u00a0 Using tried and true technologies like insulation will spur jobs and save consumers money.<\/p>\n
It’s an irrefutable fact; under-insulated\u00a0structures are among the greatest source of wasted energy in American today.\u00a0 The Department of Energy Reports more than 80% of the homes built before 1980 are under-insulated and \u00a034% of our energy used is to heat and cool office buildings.\u00a0 If these buildings were installed with greater levels of insulation, each year we could save the equivalent of 30 times the amount of energy that was lost in the Gulf of Mexico oil spill.<\/p>\n
Many types of insulation such as Cellulose Insulation is cost-effective and easily installed over existing insulation.\u00a0 Cellulose Insulation may be added to walls without the need for a costly renovation of the interior wall finish. It is simply blown into the wall cavities through small holes, which are easily plugged or patched.\u00a0 Adding Cellulose Insulation to any structure will save you money on your utility costs month after month.<\/p>\n
It is imperative that we come together\u00a0to strengthen our society’s commitment to energy efficiency and independence.\u00a0 Tax credits that provide incentives for home and business owners to invest in energy efficiency should be extended and expanded.\u00a0 It is a common sense way of saving energy and providing our still sluggish manufacturing and construction sectors with a sorely needed shot in the arm.<\/p>\n
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Americans recognize that the best way to save energy is to never use it in the first place.\u00a0 We also recognize that a renewed commitment to energy efficiency is smart economics.\u00a0 It will put thousands of American workers back on … Continue reading