The American Architectural Manufacturers Association, Schaumburg, Ill., has provided additional feedback on the most recent proposed Energy Star program criteria as they relate to fenestration products. The association assembled the feedback after meeting with members and industry affiliates. All recommendations and comments were submitted to the Department of Energy on Nov. 14, 2008. The association will continue discussions as the department plans to announce its Energy Star program targets for 2009 and 2013. To read the feedback, go to www.aamanet.org.
AAMA proposes Energy Star revisions (January 2009)
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