Renewal by Andersen®
Energy Efficiency
It’s the Forest AND the Trees
An energy-efficient window is more than the sum of its parts. What if the products you use every day could make the planet healthier? And what if they could save you money while doing so?
Andersen Corporation’s heritage includes a long-standing commitment to energy efficient products and environmental stewardship. Andersen, including Renewal by Andersen®, earned the 2018 ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year – Sustained Excellence award.
That is a tradition we at Renewal by Andersen® are proud to carry on through products that reduce energy consumption, have minimal environmental impact, and will last for years. All of which can help the planet AND your pocketbook.
Plus, the great combination of our exclusive Fibrex® material, High-Performance™ Low-E4® glass, and expert installation means your Renewal by Andersen® windows have excellent NFRC ratings. Our ENERGY STAR® certified units are available with select glass options.
Schedule an in-home consultation and see how you can save.
ENVIRONMENTAL COMMITMENT
Green SealTM estimates that if all windows in the U.S. were as energy efficient as those made by Andersen Windows, Americans would save up to 2.5 percent of the annual U.S. energy consumption—an estimated 200 gallons of oil for every household in the U.S.
Renewal by Andersen’s sustainable approach to window replacement means Mother Nature smiles just a little bit brighter.
ENERGY EFFICIENCY AND COST SAVINGS
Poor performing windows are an energy drain and can account for a significant percentage of a home’s heat loss in winter and heat gain in the summer.*
Renewal by Andersen® window replacement can save you money on your energy bills. Our newest glass option, SmartSunTM glass, is our most energy efficient glass option.
Compared to ordinary dual-pane glass, SmartSunTM glass is**:
- 70% more energy efficient in summer
- 47% more energy efficient in winter
DID YOU KNOW?
Renewal by Andersen® windows have achieved the highest SCS Global Services-certified recycled content values for windows.
Renewal by Andersen® and its parent company, Andersen Corporation, were the first window companies to receive the SCS Global Services Indoor Advantage GoldTM certification.
Our Fibrex® material frames and sashes contain 40% reclaimed wood fiber by weight—much of that comes from Andersen Corporation’s wood-window manufacturing process.
Renewal by Andersen’s approach to sustainable window replacement includes 5 solutions to the top energy and environmental challenges we face today.
Take a look at our energy efficiency infographic for more details on how Renewal by Andersen® replacement windows can make a difference in your home and the planet.LONG-TERM IMPACT
Construction waste is a major source of landfill waste in the U.S. Every day, we replace windows that are less than a decade old. Renewal by Andersen® products are designed to stand the test of time and are backed by one of the strongest, fully transferable limited warranties*** in the business, meaning decades of energy-cost savings for you—and less landfill waste for our planet.
WHY AN ENERGY EFFICIENT WINDOW IS MORE THAN THE SUM OF ITS PARTS
Installing our ENERGY STAR® certified windows and doors can shrink energy bills—and carbon footprints—by an average of 12% nationwide compared to non-certified products. So, when you’re researching replacement windows and weighing your options, there is one important thing to keep in mind:
always compare whole window performance and not just the individual components.
*http://mn.gov/commerce-stat/pdfs/home-energy-guide.pdf accessed July 2016
** Values are based on comparison of Renewal by Andersen® double-hung insert window SHGF to the SHGC for clear dual pane glass non-metal frame default values from the 2006, 2009, & 2012 International Energy Conservation Code.
***See warranty for details
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