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What is ENERGY STAR?

ENERGY STAR is an energy efficiency certification program launched in 1992 by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. It is now jointly sponsored by the EPA and the U.S. Department of Energy. A product bearing the ENERGY STAR logo will use less energy and save you money on energy costs.

The ENERGY STAR logo can be found on everything from compact fluorescent light bulbs to refrigerators, and its presence identifies a product as being from 10 to 50 percent more energy efficient than products without the ENERGY STAR logo.

Products qualifying for ENERGY STAR certification are available in 40 categories and thousands of models, including home appliances, office equipment, commercial and industrial equipment and even new and existing homes and commercial buildings.

For more information on ENERGY STAR products, visit ENERGY STAR.

ENERGY STAR Room Air Conditioner $20 rebate form (PDF 20KB).

Federal Tax Credits. The Energy Policy Act of 2005 includes tax credits for consumers when they make energy efficiency improvements. A tax credit can provide you with significant savings. It reduces the amount of income tax you have to pay. Unlike a deduction, which reduces the amount of income subject to tax, a tax credit directly reduces the tax itself. You must refer to the final IRS rules to determine what qualifies for the tax credit.