Energy Conservation Program Expands
Associated Press
WASHINGTON - The government is expanding its most highly promoted energy conservation program, aiming to save homeowners at least 10 percent a year on their utility bills.
According to Energy Secretary Samuel Bodman the impetus for the program was in part due to rising energy costs. "In this time of high energy costs it’s important that the federal government help Americans find ways to reduce home energy use and save money on their energy bills," said Energy Secretary Samuel Bodman.
HUD Secretary Alphonso Jackson said reducing utility bills, homeowners’ second-largest expense behind their mortgage payment, will "reduce the cost of living for the nation’s low- and moderate-income families."
Contractors that agree to participate in the "Home Performance with Energy Star" program must prove their competency to the EPA. The only way to do that is through an EPA-funded certification program with the New York-based Building Performance Institute Inc., which certifies building trade contractors.
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