EPA announces new guidelines for Energy Star homes.
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Compared to current Energy Star guidelines, new requirements will make qualified new homes at least 20% more efficient than homes built to 2009 International Energy Conservation Code. Key elements of new guidelines for Energy Star qualified homes include complete thermal enclosure system, quality installed complete heating and cooling systems, complete water management system, efficient lighting and appliances, and third party verification.
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EPA Announces New Guidelines for Energy Star Homes
WASHINGTON - The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is announcing new, more rigorous guidelines for new homes that earn the Energy Star label. Compared to the current Energy Star guidelines, the new requirements will make qualified new homes at least 20 percent more efficient than homes built to the 2009 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) - slashing utility bills for qualified homes by 15 percent compared to IECC code-built homes.
The updated requirements will ensure that the government's Energy Star label continues to deliver a significant increase in energy efficiency over homes that are built to code and standard builder business practices. These guidelines will go into effect in January 2011, although some builders may choose to adopt the new requirements earlier.
Key elements of the new guidelines for Energy Star qualified homes include:
More information about Energy Star qualified homes: www.energystar.gov
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