I recently attended a presentation sponsored by the Chicago branch of the US Green Building Council entitled, “Where’s the Money – Building Energy Retrofits.” A series of presenters, with intimate knowledge of the energy retrofit business, explained how companies and individuals can get support for improving energy efficiency in their homes and businesses. The monies come from a variety of sources including: utility companies, finance companies, and government backed loans.
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