Vindication edition: Obama declares insulation “sexy”

Here at Sexy Retrofits, we’ve been pointing out for a while the absolute hotness of making buildings more energy efficient. Today, our President said this: “I know the idea [of investing in upgrades to inefficient buildings] may not be very glamorous, although I get really excited about it. Insulation is sexy stuff.” Know what else […]

Here at Sexy Retrofits, we’ve been pointing out for a while the absolute hotness of making buildings more energy efficient.

Today, our President said this:

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“I know the idea [of investing in upgrades to inefficient buildings] may not be very glamorous, although I get really excited about it. Insulation is sexy stuff.”

Know what else is sexy? Obama. Glorious day!

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