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Energy
Star Homes

In 1992 the
Environmental Protection Agency
established the Energy Star program to
label energy efficient products and reduce
energy usage and carbon dioxide emissions
across America. Today, the Energy Star
program encompasses 40 product categories
and is widely recognized as the mark of
energy efficiency for electronics,
appliances, and even homes. The Energy
Star for Homes program aims to reduce the
energy consumption of one of America’s
largest energy uses. According to the EPA,
homes account for 15% of energy
consumption nationwide. New homes that
demonstrate a certain level energy saving
improvements earn the Energy Star label.
Energy Star homes
save homeowners money in utility bills. In
addition, Energy Star homes:
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Have higher appraised value
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Qualify for Energy Efficient
Mortgages and Tax Credits
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Are more durable and
comfortable
Using structural
insulated panels (SIPs) in residential
building can easily qualify a home as
Energy Star. A SIP building envelope has
an extremely high whole wall R-Value and
low levels of air infiltration, reducing
the overall loads for heating or air
conditioning equipment in the home. To
read more on how to achieve an Energy Star
Rating using structural insulated panels. MORE
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