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MEDIA RELEASE
Renewal by
Andersen® demonstrates its commitment to Energy
Efficiency
as the only window replacement company to acquire
Green Seal certification and ENERGY STAR® qualification.
COTTAGE GROVE, Minn.
(May 8, 2006) — Renewal by Andersen® is proud
to announce that, out of all residential and commercial
window replacement manufacturers, it is the only one
to be Green Seal certified and ENERGY STAR® qualified.
Long before going “green” became so popular,
Renewal by Andersen® maintained a commitment to
manufacturing energy efficient products from replacement
glass windows with added thermal protection to storm
doors with extra weatherstripping. This strong commitment
is now recognized through partnerships with organizations
that educate consumers on choosing environmentally friendly
products.
Andersen Windows, Inc. and Renewal
by Andersen® help homeowners in Central Virginia
(VA) achieve improved energy efficiency with Green Seal
Certified Replacement Windows and Doors
Andersen Windows, Inc. (often spelled as Anderson Windows,
Inc.) has set and continues to set a new precedent as
the first and only ENERGY STAR® window manufacturer
to obtain Green Seal Certification. Subsequently, all
windows and doors from Andresen and subsidiary replacement
window manufacturer, Renewal by Andersen®, have
Green Seal certification. What does this certification
mean to consumers like you? Green Seal is a national
nonprofit environmental organization intended to help
consumers choose eco-friendly products. Consumers who
buy products with the Green Seal certification know
they are not only making a wise investment for their
home, but a significant impact on protecting the environment.
In order to obtain the certification,
Renewal by Andersen® was required to ensure that
all replacement windows meet the following criteria:
• Energy efficiency
• Clearly labeled performance data
• Packaging with at least 25% post-consumer material
• No use of heavy metals in the frame or sash
materials
• Consumer education materials that show proper
use and installation
“To earn certification, we demonstrated
that our window and door replacements meet energy efficiency
requirements and are manufactured and packaged in an
environmentally conscious manner,” said Craig
Evanich, president of Renewal by Andersen®. For
homeowners in central Virginia (VA), specifically in
Richmond, Chester, Chesterfield County, Midlothian and
Mosley, the Green Seal certification is a green light
to buy replacement windows and doors from Renewal by
Andersen®. Not only does Renewal by Andersen®
dealers in Central Virginia offer eco friendly windows
and screens with guaranteed proper installation, they
work with residents to ensure correct use once put in
and long-term maintenance over the product’s lifetime.
Renewal by Andersen® Replacement
Windows in VA are Shown to Significantly Reduce Energy
Consumption
Green Seal states that Americans would save up to 2.5
percent of the annual U.S. energy consumption –
approximately 200 gallons of oil for every household
in the U.S. – if all residential and commercial
replacement windows in the U.S. were as energy efficient
and environmentally friendly as those manufactured by
Andersen Windows. Furthermore, Renewal by Andersen®
window replacements comply with ENERGY STAR® performance
criteria for all climate regions of the U.S. As leading
ENERGY STAR® replacement window manufacturers, Renewal
by Andersen® equips all products with High-Performance®
Low-E4™ glass that is up to 45% more energy efficient
in winter and 56% more energy efficient in summer as
compared to ordinary dual pane glass; 68% more energy
efficient in winter and 61% more energy efficient in
summer as compared to ordinary single pane glass.*
Look for Green Glass Replacement
Windows with ENERGY STAR® and NFRC Labels... Look
for Renewal by Andersen®
Just like the Green Seal certification, ENERGY STAR®
labels identify products that are designed to use less
energy, helping consumers make environmentally conscious
buying decisions. ENERGY STAR® is a voluntary labeling
partnership of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
(EPA) and the Department of Energy (DOE). Compared to
products that adhere to common national building codes,
ENERGY STAR® products are 40% more energy efficient.
Another independent, nonprofit organization that establishes
tests and rating systems is the National Fenestration
Rating Council (NFRC), which focuses on the energy efficiency
of windows, doors, and skylights specifically. Renewal
by Andersen® was the first window replacement company
to NFRC-certify its products on a national level.
Go green as you make improvements
to your Central Virginia (VA) home. Whether you live
in Richmond, Chester, Chesterfield County, Midlothian,
Mosley, or any other town in Central Virginia (VA),
when comparing replacement windows and doors, look for
the Green Seal, ENERGY STAR®, and NFRC labels. All
labels are proudly displayed on all Renewal by Andersen®
glass windows and doors.
Renewal by Andersen® Evolves
with a Focus on Protecting the Environment
With over 100 years of innovation as window and door
manufacturers, Renewal by Andersen® has been developing
their products to energy efficient standards years before
they were required to do so. The company maintains a
commitment to protecting the environment in current
and future product development. In addition to High-Performance™
Low-E4™ green glass, all products are custom manufactured
with Andersen’s patented low maintenance and energy
efficient Fibrex® material. By continuously improving
material use and reuse, waste management, emissions
and recycling, as well as the performance of all replacement
windows and doors, Renewal by Andersen® strives
for excellence in eco friendly practices today and tomorrow.
Experience the start-to-finish window replacement service
exclusive to Renewal by Andersen® first hand by
contacting one of the Andersen windows dealers in Central
Virginia (VA) today. With one of the largest nationwide
networks of window replacement specialists and the most
extensive line of window and door design options, Renewal
by Andersen® simply cannot be beat.
Consumer Resources
Visit the following websites to find out more about
energy efficient and environmentally friendly windows:
www.renewalbyandersen.com
– Renewal by Andersen®
www.greenseal.org
- Green Seal Organization
www.doe.gov - U.S.
Department of Energy
www.energystar.gov
- ENERGY STAR®
www.nfrc.org - National
Fenestration Rating Council
Additional information
about Renewal by Andersen® is available on the company’s
Web site at www.renewalbyandersen.com.
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*Values are based on comparison to U-Factor and SHGC
ratings for clear glass non-metal frame window default
values from the 2006 International Energy Conservation
Code (IECC).
“Energy Star” is a registered trademark
of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
“Renewal by Andersen®” and all other
marks where denoted, are trademarks of Andersen Corporation.
©2006 Andersen Corporation. All rights reserved.
Contact Erin
Ross, Renewal by Andersen, Phone: 651.264.4506, Fax:
651.275.6265
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