Energy Efficient Windows Rising In Popularity
More U.S. homeowners are saving now money with eco-friendly windows. According to a survey conducted by the U.S. Department of Energy 58 percent of American homes have multi-pane windows, an increase from the 36 percent in 2005. Multi-pane windows offer greater thermal insulation which helps a home maintain a temperature and use less energy for heating or cooling.
Through the Residential Energy Consumption Survey (RECS), the Department of Energy collects data on how U.S. households use energy, including home building characteristics, appliances, demographics and fuel use. The national survey found that the use of energy-efficient windows varied substantially depending on ownership. While only 45 percent of multi-family and rental homes have multi-pane windows, 65 percent of single-family homes owned by the family contain such windows.