Benefits to Sponsoring an ENERGY STAR for New Homes Program

ENERGY STAR, the government-backed symbol for energy efficiency, provides a powerful platform for utilities, state agencies, and other organizations implementing energy efficiency programs. ENERGY STAR for New Homes can reduce energy demand, while improving the comfort, quality, durability, and affordability of homes. Learn more about the features and benefits of ENERGY STAR qualified homes.

Sponsoring an ENERGY STAR for New Homes program is a unique opportunity for long-term peak and energy demand savings. An ENERGY STAR new homes program can stand-alone or complement an existing residential energy efficiency initiative.

Added Value for Your Customers

In contrast to typical construction, ENERGY STAR qualified new homes offer homeowners superior performance and lower monthly energy costs. Homes earn the ENERGY STAR label by meeting EPA's guidelines, as verified by an independent third party.

A Cost-Effective Way to Manage Capacity Concerns

Building new power generation facilities can be costly and contentious. By encouraging the construction of ENERGY STAR qualified new homes, your organization can manage peak demand — even as your customer base increases. Hundreds of organizations nationwide are meeting their demand side management commitments by sponsoring ENERGY STAR initiatives. Learn more about the cost-effectiveness of implementing an ENERGY STAR for New Homes program.

Leverage a Nationally Recognized Name

More than 70% of households recognize the ENERGY STAR, and awareness is even higher in areas where utilities are actively promoting ENERGY STAR. ENERGY STAR makes it easy for homebuyers to select energy-efficient homes. Because they carry the government-backed symbol for energy efficiency, consumers know they have been independently verified to meet rigorous efficiency standards set by U.S. EPA.

Get Guidance on Effective Program Design and Implementation

ENERGY STAR offers detailed guidance on effective program design and implementation, including incentives and other resources that can help in setting up a new program or improving an existing effort.

Attend the annual ENERGY STAR Homes Sponsor Meeting where decision-makers from utility programs that are implementing ENERGY STAR initiatives come together to share ideas and lessons learned.

Sign Your Partnership Agreement.