EVAH is a national awards program created by the U.S. Department of Energy, administered by the NAHB Research Center, the National Renewable Energy Lab, and the Building America Program This judged competition seeks entries from builders and contractors who are striving to reach new levels of energy efficiency in their projects and value the recognition of being one of the most progressive contractors in the country. The EVHA provides independent, unbiased analysis of building techniques, materials, business practices, and customer service. Past winners have reported huge increases in business as a result of earning one of the coveted awards.
The 2012 EnergyValue Housing Award search committee is seeking entries for both the New Homes and Existing Homes Divisions. Building Contractors and Remodelers are invited to submit projects that are substantially lower in energy use than typical similar structures and have been completed after January 31, 2009. The entry fee is $100.
The New Homes Division accepts entries in the following categories: Custom/Demonstration, Production, Affordable, and Multifamily. Existing Homes Division categories are: Reconstruction/Demonstration, Single family, and Multifamily. In addition to the various categories houses are also classified in one of three climate zones: hot, moderate, and cold.
All applicants:
1. May request two tickets to the annual EVHA recognition event to be held February 8, 2012 at ICEBAR Orlando, Florida in conjunction with the International Builders Show.
2. Receive detailed judging comments that address the strengths and weaknesses of the structure as well as suggestions for improvements to building and business practices, customer service, etc. The judges’ comments have often been referred to as “the most valuable critique ever received by the builders”.
Finalists:
· Receive recognition in the EVHA publication, website, and at the awards presentation
· Are eligible to participate in educational programs, conference presentations, etc.
· May utilize the EVHA logo for their marketing materials
· Possible publicity in national trade magazines and manufacturers’ materials
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