Cash for Caulkers Vote Delayed
August 20, 2010 by Kali Justus
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The Senate vote to pass legislation including the “Cash for Caulkers” rebate program for household energy efficiency upgrades we told you about last month has been delayed for the August recess, and Consumer Reports is forecasting that it may not have enough steam to ever get off the ground.
“Cash for Caulkers”, which was passed by the House of Representatives earlier this year, along with its parent global warming bill will be back up for consideration by the Senate in mid-September at the earliest. Find out more from this CNN Money article. We will keep you posted! 
“Cash For Caulkers” Promotes Green Upgrades
July 30, 2010 by Kali Justus
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Homeowners may qualify for up to $8,000 in rebates for energy efficient upgrades under legislation that is expected to pass in the U.S. Senate within the next week, according to a USA Today report. Upgrades covered under the “Cash for Caulkers” bill, formally the “Home Star Energy Retrofit Act of 2010,” include air sealing, insulation, window replacement, and water heater replacement. Here is a link to a helpful table that explains each retrofit and its associated building requirement and rebate.
Henges Insulation & Fireplaces can help prepare for and perform home energy upgrades. We will post more information about insulation and furnace upgrades covered under “Cash for Caulkers” in the coming weeks. Stay informed by signing up to get posts and updates in your e-mail.
Build Green Kansas City
May 21, 2010 by eralls
Filed under Around Town, Green Tips
Are you familiar with Build Green Kansas City? A program out of the Home Builders Association of Greater Kansas City, it’s devoted to bringing green to the mainstream for all local homebuilders and remodelers. 
The HBA has established a Build Green Council for industry professionals members with an interest in sustainable building practices and providing consumers with new homes that help protect the environment.
Membership in the council is open to anyone with an interest in green building. Membership for HBA members is just $100 per year. Click here for more information on Built Green Kansas City and to learn why going green should be part of your business plan.
