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New York ENERGY STAR^® Homes Program

Are you building a new home in the near future? Build a New York ENERGY STAR labeled home using proven technologies and advanced building practices that ensure your home is as energy efficient as possible.

Key Benefits:

• Use Less Energy – New York ENERGY STAR homes use approximately 30% less energy than conventionally built homes.
• Lower monthly utility bills - Reduce the overall cost of home ownership.
• Tried and true technologies - Used in tens of thousands of homes.
• Greater comfort - A quieter, healthier home for you and your family, no matter what the weather.
• Peace of mind - Know you’ve built a home that’s more durable, more valuable, and gentler on the environment.

Performance Testing

While many builders claim to build “energy-efficient” homes, only builders of New York ENERGY STAR homes can prove it. New York ENERGY STAR homes must pass a stringent evaluation, including computer-based energy analysis, inspections, and certification testing. Only those homes that meet high-efficiency standards are certified as New York ENERGY STAR.

Get more facts and figures on:

• What is a New York ENERGY STAR Home? (PDF, 359k)
• Insulation Benefits (PDF, 263k)
• Air Sealing (PDF, 481k)
• Windows & Doors (PDF, 273k)
• Appliances & Lighting (PDF, 308k)
• Ventilation Systems (PDF, 377k)

Most New York State residents can participate in the New York ENERGY STAR Homes Program! See if you are eligible.

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