ReCircle: Passive Houses, Energy Audits, White Roofs, Google’s Energy Quest, and more!

From Energy Circle:

Staying Positive, Taking Action.

In a guest post at Remodeling Magazine, Energy Circle founder and CEO Peter Troast discusses some of the internal troubles within the energy efficiency industry, and explains why, above all, we need to stay positive and keep up the good work.

Curated Links from the Web:

Don’t Forget About Home Star!

While much of the national energy discussion revolves around the disappointment about a comprehensive climate bill, let’s not forget about the small and impactful steps we can take now. Case in point: Home Star, the little bill that could. (From Treehugger) 

Google Energy’s Big Green Power Purchase.

Google has officially entered the energy market, and will begin purchasing 114 megawatts from an Iowa wind farm later this month. (From Grist)

More on GE’s Home Energy Management Ventures.

GE has been ramping up its home energy management projects lately. Earth2Tech takes a look at its Nucleus energy management device, slated to be the brains behind GE’s energy smart home. (From Earth2Tech) 

The South’s First Passive House.

The first Passive House in the American South demonstrates that real serious energy efficiency progress can be made even in the most difficult of climates. (Treehugger)

Global Energy Efficiency Challenge Launches.

Representatives from 24 governments met in Washington this week to come up with a comprehensive strategy for increasing energy efficiency around the globe. (From Mother Nature Network)

Energy Efficiency Could Save $41 Billion Per Year.

A new report from Pike Research suggests that upgrading our existing buildings could save, yes, $41 billion annually. Imaging what it could do for your home. (From CNET)

Curious About Home Energy Audits? Check Out This Video.

A new video on the Department of Energy website explains the what’s, why’s and how’s of the much celebrated home energy audit. (From DOE)