The ENERGY STAR New Homes Program provides incentives to builders in the CenterPoint Energy service territory for the new construction of ENERGY STAR certified homes. The homes must meet a Version 3 requirements or achieve a HERS index of 72 or below, and be at least 15% more efficient than the 2009 IECC. Incentives are tied directly to the amount of energy savings. Depending upon the physical location of the home, homes will be paid based upon kW and kWh savings that are calculated for each home. Eligible features include high efficiency windows, HVAC equipment, tight duct work, lighting upgrades and advanced framing.
| Implementing Sector: | Utility |
| Category: | Financial Incentive |
| State: | Texas |
| Incentive Type: | Rebate Program |
| Web Site: | http://www.centerpointenergy.com/services/electricity/buildersanddevelopers/energystarhomes/ |
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| Incentive Amount: | ENERGY STAR Rating Incentive: Based upon kW and kWh impacts from REM/Rate file |
| Equipment Requirements: | The homes must meet a Version 3 requirements or achieve a HERS index of 72 or below, and be at least 15% more efficient than the 2009 IECC. |
| Name: | Kristi Hardy |
| Organization: | CenterPoint Energy |
| Address: |
1111 Louisiana Street Houston TX 77002-4567 |
| Phone: | (713) 207-6974 |
| Email: | kristi.hardy@centerpointenergy.com |
This information is sourced from DSIRE; the most comprehensive source of information on incentives and policies that support renewables and energy efficiency in the United States. Established in 1995, DSIRE is operated by the N.C. Clean Energy Technology Center at N.C. State University.
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