Energy Star® Initiative
Good Morning,
I want to to introduce Energy Star to the NorthWest Continuum of Care as a "strongly encouraged" component of HUD-funded programs.
"Energy Star® is a government-backed program helping businesses and individuals protect the environment through superior energy efficiency."
The purpose of the Energy Star program is to increase the affordability of housing through energy efficiencies.
History of Energy Star:
"In 1992 the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) introduced ENERGY STAR as a voluntary labeling program designed to identify and promote energy-efficient products to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Computers and monitors were the first labeled products. Through 1995, EPA expanded the label to additional office equipment products and residential heating and cooling equipment. In 1996, EPA partnered with the US Department of Energy for particular product categories. The ENERGY STAR label is now on major appliances, office equipment, lighting, home electronics, and more. EPA has also extended the label to cover new homes and commercial and industrial buildings."
Energy Star & HUD:
" ENERGY STAR is a voluntary labeling program designed to identify and promote energy efficient products and appliances. ENERGY STAR-labeled products save energy and money and protect the environment. Improving energy efficiency in HUD-financed and HUD-assisted housing can generate significant savings for property owners and building residents."
Read the HUD Energy Plan. This is a 10-page PDF outlining 21 steps to make energy efficiency a part of every management decision.
For a pleasant phone experience (people in DC, even across the "North", are generally short when I call) call the ENERGY STAR® hotline at 1-888-STAR YES.
