ENERGY STAR
 ENERGY STAR is a national, voluntary program sponsored and developed by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE). ENERGY STAR helps businesses, governments, schools and individuals protect the environment through superior energy efficiency.
ENERGY STAR provides support to help homeowners, businesses, and communities save energy. Below are just a few of the many tools and serivces that can help you on your way to a more energy efficient home or business. Save energy - Save money!
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Change the World Campaign |
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The ENERGY STAR Change the World campaign is a national challenge to encourage every American to help change the world, one energy-saving step at a time. You can show your commitment by pledging to take small, but meaningful, efforts in your home to save energy.
Visit the ENERGY STAR web site to learn more about what you can do to help save energy!
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Keeping Warm this Winter |
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Your heating (and cooling) equipment are only as energy efficient as the whole system. Your heating equipment includes ducts, fans, and a thermostat. Take this tutorial to learn more about how your system operates. Then, take actions to save energy and money!
- Change your air filter regularly - cheap!
- Tune up your HVAC equipment yearly - $100 annually can save up to 20% on your utility bill
- Install a programmable thermostat - $75 one-time cost can save you $180 annually on your utility bill
- Seal your heating and cooling ducts - can improve efficiency of system by 20%
- Consider ENERGY STAR next time you replace your heating or cooling equipment - this one-time cost can save you 50% on your utility bills
Learn more about how to make the overall operation of your home more energy efficient!
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ENERGY STAR Homes |
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 ENERGY STAR qualified homes are independently verified to be at least 30 percent more energy efficient than homes built to the 1993 national Model Energy Code. These savings are based on heating, cooling, and hot water energy use and are typically achieved through a combination of:
- building envelope upgrades
- high performance windows
- controlled air infiltration
- upgraded heating and air conditioning systems
- tight duct systems
- upgraded water-heating equipment.
These features contribute to improved home quality and homeowner comfort, and to lower energy demand and reduced air pollution.
Does an energy-efficient home cost more?
No. An ENERGY STAR qualified new home actually costs less because you will spend less on your new home's utility bill each month. These energy savings can more than offset any increase in mortgage payments needed for the improved energy features and can result in a positive monthly cash flow.
Ask your builder or contractor about ENERGY STAR!
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Buildings and Plants |
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Improving the energy efficiency of the places where we work, play, and learn helps us save energy, save money, and fight global warming. Approximately one-third of all energy use in Kentucky is related to buildings. These places provide a tremendous opportunity to reduce our energy and carbon footprint. Look for facilities that have earned the ENERGY STAR – the national mark of excellence in energy performance.
Tools to help you assess and address your building’s energy needs:
- ENERGY STAR Buildings and Plants home page
- Portfolio Manager – You can’t manage what you don’t know about. Track the energy usage and costs, identify best opportunities for saving energy, and generate reports in this online database.
- Target Finder – Set energy targets and rate a buildings design’s estimated energy usage.
- Challenge – Take the Challenge to improve energy efficiency in commercial and industrial buildings by 10 percent or more.
- Purchasing and Procurement – These resources are designed to assist procurement officials in smart purchasing decisions.
- Tools and Resources Library – ENERGY STAR connects you with a broad range of tools and resources to help you implement a successful energy management strategy.
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Products |
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Products in more than 50 categories are eligible for the ENERGY STAR. They use less energy, save money, and help protect the environment.
Are you in the market for a new appliance or electroinic device? Visit the ENERGY STAR Products page to see if it can be more energy efficient. Ask for the ENERGY STAR.
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Current Kentucky ENERGY STAR Partners |
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Contact Information |
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John Davies
Phone: (502) 564-7192
Fax: (502) 564-7484
E-mail: John.Davies@ky.gov
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