ENERGY STAR Labeled Products
The new guidelines for the ENERGY STAR qualified home program that went into effect for homes permitted on or after July 1, 2006 require the presence of some ENERGY STAR qualified products and appliances in homes that earn the ENERGY STAR label. ENERGY STAR labeled products can contribute to the energy efficiency of your home and help reduce your energy bills. Talk to your homebuilder about available ENERGY STAR Labeled Products including ENERGY STAR lighting, labeled clothes washer, dishwasher, windows and doors, and HVAC system.
ENERGY STAR qualified fixtures and builbs come in many shapes and sizes. This gives home buyers a wide range of lighting choices that allow them to create the atmosphere they want for their homes. ENERGY STAR lighting offers significant cost savings and longer lifetimes than standard products.
Household appliances account for nearly 20 percent of energy use in an average house. A comprehensive package of ENERGY STAR qualified appliances can reduce energy costs, while offering improved performance, quality, and durability. ENERGY STAR qualified homes often include ENERGY STAR qualified dishwashers, refrigerators, washing machines, ceiling fans, and ventilation fans.
To learn more about ENERGY STAR labeled products, please visit energystar.gov.
