ENERGY STAR® homes are among the most energy-efficient homes on the market today. An ENERGY STAR® home is constructed to use at least 30% less energy than a typical new home. That energy savings means significant dollar savings on your energy bills each month, enough dollar savings to make the ENERGY STAR® Home a smart and profitable choice for any new homebuyer. In addition to assisting new homebuilders in developing energy-efficient homes, it also identifies financing opportunities for new homebuyers.

Aside from saving money, here are five more reasons that make the ENERGY STAR® Home a smart and profitable purchase: Improved Comfort, Quality Construction, Improved Air Quality, Strong Position for High Resale Value, A Better Environment, Furthermore, American household energy use contributes to air pollution, including 20% of all U.S. carbon dioxide emissions.

ENERGY STAR® Homes help reduce this pollution. ENERGY STAR® Buildings Program: The ENERGY STAR® building program is a voluntary energy efficiency program that helps commercial building owners reduce energy use in all areas: lighting, heating, cooling, and air handling.