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Your Guide to ENERGY STAR® Homes
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The Residential ENERGY STAR® New Homes program is discontinued as of January 1, 2026, following the recent Arizona Corporation Commission Decision No. 81584. Homes that achieve ENERGY STAR® certification by December 31, 2025, remain eligible for incentives, and paperwork is due within 180 days of certification, providing builders an opportunity to take advantage of the benefits before the program ends.
Happy Homes Start with Energy Efficiency
Buying a new home with built-in energy efficiency not only gives you control over your energy, but helps saves money on energy bills, too.
Owning an Energy-Efficient Home Has its Advantages
An ENERGY STAR® home is at least 20% more energy- efficient than a typical new home. That can add up to a lot of savings every month. Not to mention the increased comfort, better indoor air quality, reduced noise and improved durability you’ll get to live with every day.
Explore the benefits of an ENERGY STAR home and find a builder near you.
Windows
High-tech windows that look after you
Energy-efficient windows in an ENERGY STAR® home let in plenty of natural light, but also minimize the sun's heat while blocking 90% of harmful UV rays to help protect carpets and fabrics. Features include low-E coated glass, advanced window frames and proper flashing, weather stripping and window finish details.
Appliances
Plug into savings with energy-saving appliances
ENERGY STAR® appliances and lighting help reduce utility bills without sacrificing comfort or convenience. While they might cost slightly more than their conventional counterparts, you’ll quickly see the savings from increased efficiency and performance. Qualified products typically use up to 75% less energy and feature extended warranties.
Clean Air
Clean air indoors is a breath of fresh air
An ENERGY STAR® home helps you breathe easier with a ventilation system specially designed to draw in, filter and distribute fresh outdoor air evenly throughout every room. So you and your family can take comfort knowing that the air inside your home is clean and healthy.
Insulation
Insulate yourself from outside temperatures
Properly installed insulation in an ENERGY STAR® home helps the HVAC system work more efficiently and keep inside temperatures even and comfortable, no matter what the weather is outside. In addition to blanketing the entire home with insulation, all gaps and voids are filled before drywall is installed and ductwork is carefully sealed.
What are HERS® Rated Homes?
The Home Energy Rating System (HERS®) uses HERS® Index scores, which tell you about a home’s energy performance. The lower the score, the more energy-efficient the home. Learn more about HERS® rated homes today.
Ready to build your dream home?
Connect with an ENERGY STAR® Homebuilder in your area to get started.
HERS Rating Provider Contacts
The following HERS Rating Providers are vetted and have relevant experience partnering with ENERGY STAR® homebuilders.
Homebuilders are essential partners in helping customers choose efficient equipment, understand their energy use and adopt practices that reduce long-term energy costs. We are thankful for our strong partnership and look forward to continuing to support homebuilders and Trade Allies.
If you have further questions, please contact Cristen Burrell at Cristen.burrell@aps.com.
