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Building America - U.S. Department of Energy

Building America is a private/public partnership that develops energy solutions for new and existing homes. The Building America program combines the knowledge and resources of industry leaders with the U.S. Department of Energy's technical capabilities. Together, they act as a catalyst for change in the home-building industry.

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The Building America Web site provides a portal to technical resources supporting the construction of energy- and resource-efficient homes.

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Demonstration Home Wins Federal Award in Sustainable Design

A Building America demonstration home at the U.S. Army Yuma Proving Ground in southwestern Arizona earned honors at the 2004 White House Closing the Circle Awards, an annual ceremony that spotlights outstanding work in environmental stewardship. The Yuma home, a new, energy-efficient home built as part of a demonstration project, was one of two winners in the Sustainable Design/Green Building category. From this year's 118 proposals there were a total of only 12 winners in all. Learn more.

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