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Real Programs for Real People

Single Family Homes

Existing Homes

  • "After the work was done, we saw a 40-50% reduction in energy consumption.... read more"
    Donna & Mark Denley, Albany, NY
  • "I am very happy with everything that was done for me. I deeply appreciate it... read more"
    Vivien Sharpe, Waddington, NY
  • "Home Performance with ENERGY STAR is a great program and I have already recommended it to three to four people..... find out more"
    Cynthia Galvin, Onondaga County
  • "This program not only saved me money but it also helps me make a better future for my kids.... read more"
    John Moore, Westchester County
  • "Thanks to Home Performance with ENERGY STAR, our heating bill is about 30% less than what it used to be..... find out more"
    Ruth Boshart, Onondaga County
New Construction
  • "We love our home and we would build another New York ENERGY STAR Labeled Home in a heartbeat... read more"
    Monica Niedbalec, Mechanicville, NY
  • "We take comfort in knowing that our new house is a quality built and energy efficient home... find out more"
    Jim Stewart, Saratoga County

Multifamily Homes

Existing Homes

  • "Affordable housing is critical to our community.The creation of an energy efficient building is essential to PACC’s ability to maintain the affordability of this property. We are grateful for NYSERDA’s financial and technical assistance in this effort, and recognize the lasting value these energy investments will have for our residents... read more:
    Deb Howard, Executive Director, Pratt Area Community Council
New Construction

  • "We are pleased to have the opportunity to participate in the ENERGY STAR Multifamily Program. The energy efficiency elements we incorporated at 1212 MLK Apartments will directly result in lower utility bills for the residents and for the building, and because they are easily replicable, will help contribute to the long-term viability of affordable housing in New York City... find out more"
    Martin Dun, President, Dunn Development Corp.

Consider using window fans, particularly in the evening when you can draw cooler air into the house.

Make sure floor & wall vents are not blocked by draperies, furniture, or rugs.