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Curated Links from the Web:

TODAY is the Deadline for Early Bird Registration for the 2012 RESNET Conference.

Register now and save 100 bucks or more on the 2012 RESNET Building Performance Conference in Austin, Texas -- one of the biggest, most robust conferences for home energy professionals that will take place this year. (From RESNET)

ACEEE to Explore How Tax Reform May Impact Energy Efficiency.

The American Council for an Energy Efficient Economy will be releasing a series of preliminary papers discussing how a major tax overhaul could impact energy efficiency efforts. (From ACEEE)

CT Zero Energy Challenge Announces 2010-2011 Winners.

Four of the eleven entries in the CT Zero Energy Challenge wound up in the winner’s circle, by utilizing such features as super-insulation, geothermal heating and cooling, and advanced sheathing systems for air tightness. (From Fine Homebuilding)

Virginia House Advances Bill to Block Any Home Energy Standards.

A bill currently making its way through the Virginia House of Representatives aims to exempt the state from any Home Energy standards that may be passed at the Federal level. (From The Republic)

Blogging is Helping Paint Contractors. Could it Help You?

A paint contractor details his experience with social media and blogging thus far -- beginning with skepticism, dipping his toes into the water, and ending with a boatload of traffic and business. Works for paint contractors, works for Home Performance contractors. (From Blogging Painters)

Home Performance Social Media Highlight of the Week:

Home Energy Consultants, Inc.

Home Energy Consultantc, Inc., also known as Arkansas Energy Consultants, is one of the leading Home Performance companies in Arkansas. Their Facebook page is frequently populated with interesting links and good discussions - garnering them more than a few “likes” and great engagement.