Green energy efficient window Questions

Do storm windows on older historic homes work well? Reluctant to replace with vinyl dual-pane.

— Anne Greenblatt Petaluma, CA

Florian Speier

Answered by Florian Speier

Zeitgeist Sustainable Residential Design

July 14, 2011

What would be the estimated energy savings if NYC raised its window performance standards in multifamily buildings to Energy Star ratings?

— Mike Pabon Bronx, NY

Answered by Harold Remlinger, AIA, LEED AP, NCARB on October 10, 2011

Do storm windows on older historic homes work well? Reluctant to replace with vinyl dual-pane.

— Anne Greenblatt Petaluma, CA

Answered by Florian Speier on July 14, 2011

I am having trouble selecting good windows for a south-facing waterfront home in Long Island, NY.

— Jill Kornman Babylon, NY

Answered by Rick Goyette on July 8, 2011

What non-asphalt-based window flashing tapes are readily available?

— R F Gregory Salt Lake City, UT

Answered by Harold Remlinger, AIA, LEED AP, NCARB on May 17, 2011

What is Climatech glass, and is .30u very efficient?

— Phil Engers Monkton, MD

Answered by MICHAEL BOWERS on May 2, 2011

What are the requirements for the use of stained glass in a green environment?

— Carl Trimble Dallas, TX

Answered by Jason Kliwinski on March 20, 2011

What is the environmental footprint for manufacturing fiberglass windows? Is it safe for workers and the environment?

— Kate Shackford Bronx, NY

Answered by Cynthia Phakos on March 10, 2011

We are replacing siding on our 1958 home in Norwood, MA. Of CertainTeed, what is best: vinyl, plastic/vinyl cedar shake, or cedarboard?

— Karol Bartlett Norwood, MA

Answered by Jason Kliwinski on March 8, 2011

We are adding a dormer on our home. What energy improvements can we consider?

— Emily Huntington Station, NY

Answered by Sergio Grado on February 22, 2011

Can you recommend suppliers of low U-value solid wood windows?

— Jessie Turnbull Brooklyn, NY

Answered by Florian Speier on February 4, 2011

 

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