Many states administer residential energy efficiency programs as a cost-effective means for slowing growth in energy demand and to avoid the need for new power plants. Energy Savers will bring clear, credible energy efficiency information and services to residential program participants, allowing them the spread their energy efficiency dollars further.
EERE State Activities and Partnerships
Links to DOE's Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE) regarding partnerships with and projects in the states, including news and information on cooperative projects, grants, statistics, maps of renewable energy resources, case studies and state publications, as well as links to state energy office, state weatherization, and DOE Regional Office contacts.
http://www.eere.energy.gov/states/
Energy Action Plan
HUD's Energy Action Plan supports the energy conservation goals of the President's National Energy Policy. Find information here about the Energy Action Plan, HUD's ENERGY STAR® partnership with EPA and DOE, HUD's energy e-newsletter, and other resources for HUD customers, partners and grantees.
http://www.hud.gov/offices/cpd/energyenviron/energy/index.cfm
ENERGY STAR
The ENERGY STAR Web site provides information about a voluntary labeling program sponsored by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Information helps businesses and consumers easily identify highly efficient products, homes, and buildings that save energy and money, while protecting the environment.
http://www.energystar.gov/
Products that earn the ENERGY STAR
When looking for new household products, look for ones that have earned the ENERGY STAR. They meet strict energy efficiency guidelines set by the EPA and DOE.
http://www.energystar.gov/index.cfm?fuseaction=find_a_product.
Home Performance with ENERGY STAR
An innovative whole-house approach to improving the comfort and energy efficiency of your home that depends on qualified contractors who perform a top to bottom energy inspection of your home and make improvements. Find out if it is available in your area.
http://www.energystar.gov/index.cfm?c=home_improvement.hm_improvement_hpwes.
Energy Savers
The Energy Savers Web site offers information and tips to improve energy efficiency for both buildings and transportation and highlights specific components and practices that contribute to better energy efficiency.
http://www.eere.energy.gov/consumer/
Climate VISION
Sponsored by the U.S. Departments of Energy, Agriculture and Transportation and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Climate VISION is a public-private partnership that aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The site has comprehensive information on their activities and ways to participate.
http://www.climatevision.gov
Energy Solutions for Your Building
From A to Z energy questions about your home, condo or apartment, this site offers a comprehensive set of suggestions on home energy efficiency measures, as well as an overview of home energy use.
http://www.eere.energy.gov/buildings/info/homes/index.html
Home Energy Efficiency Mortgages
Energy Efficient Mortgages (EEMs) recognize that reduced utility expenses can permit a homeowner to pay a higher mortgage to cover the cost of the energy improvements on top of the approved mortgage. FHA EEMs provide mortgage insurance for a person to purchase or refinance a principal residence and incorporate the cost of energy-efficient improvements into the mortgage. The borrower does not have to qualify for the additional money and does not make a downpayment on it. The mortgage loan is funded by a lending institution, such as a mortgage company, bank, or savings and loan association, and the mortgage is insured by HUD.
http://www.hud.gov/offices/cpd/energyenviron/energy/apply/fha.cfm
The Public Housing Energy Conservation Clearinghouse
Features news and resources to help public housing authorities manage energy and water costs. The Clearinghouse includes information about Energy Performance Contracting, a financing technique that uses cost savings to repay the cost of installing energy conservation measures, as well as information on buying ENERGY STAR products and appliances.
http://www.hud.gov/offices/pih/programs/ph/phecc/
The Partnership for Advancing Technology in Housing (PATH)
Find information here on PATH's Roadmap for Energy Efficiency in Existing Housing . (Click on Activities and Roadmapping). The Partnership for Advancing Technology in Housing is a public-private initiative dedicated to accelerating the development and use of technologies that radically improve the quality, durability, energy efficiency, environmental performance, and affordability of America's housing.
http://www.pathnet.org
The Energy Efficient Rehab Advisor
Provides preliminary guidelines for energy efficient-renovation of single and multifamily housing. The Advisor's energy efficiency recommendations are based on ENERGY STAR specifications, where applicable. Get a tailored profile here for your building and generate a preliminary list of energy conservation measures (ECMs) with estimated costs and savings for your rehab project.
http://www.rehabadvisor.com
Subscribe to HUD's new energy e-newsletter!
It is a quarterly e-Newsletter that presents key issues affecting residential energy efficiency and provides regular updates on progress made in implementing HUD's Energy Action Plan.
http://www.hud.gov/offices/cpd/energyenviron/energy/library/newsletters/index.cfm