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Chapter 5 - Door and Windows
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Energy Efficient WindowsAnatomy of an Energy Efficient Window: Fact Sheet: Energy Efficient Windows in Utah (PDF): Energy Efficient DoorsExterrior Door Selection and Installation: Storm Doors: Weatherstripping and Caulking:Weatherstripping: Rebates and Tax CreditsRebates and Federal tax credits are available through Questar Gas for improvements to your insulation, duct sealing and duct insulation: Tax Credits for Energy Efficiency: Be Aware of Federal Tax Credit Changes: Federal tax credits after 2010 - Starting October 1, 2009, you might see a red or black label, in combination with ENERGY STAR product labels. This label identifies high-efficiency products that currently qualify for the ENERGY STAR credit, but will not meet the more stringent requirements that go into full effect April 1, 2010. The new blue label, also available in stores now, will help you find products that qualify for ENERGY STAR and are also eligible for the tax credit. Utah State RebatesThe Utah State Energy Efficient Appliance Rebate Program (SEEARP) will launch on Wednesday May 12, 2010. A summary of included products, ENERGY STAR efficiency levels and rebate amounts is as follows: Product ENERY STAR Efficiency Rating UtahSEEARP Rebate Amount Clothes Washers MEF >= 2.0; WF <= 6.0 $75 Room Air Conditioners EER ~10% greater than Federal Standard $30 Gas Storage Water Heaters EF >= 0.67 $50 Gas Tankless Water Heaters EF >= 0.82 $300 Gas Furnaces AFUE >= 90% $300 Only purchases made after the start of the program will be eligible for a rebate. Consumers will be required to certify the rebated appliance will replace an appliance being taken out of service. Applications forms will be available at the point of sale and from a dedicated web site that is under development. Consumers can use the ENERGY STAR website to search for products by efficiency rating at this website: http://www.energystar.gov/index.cfm?c=products.pr_find_es_products | ||
Energy Smart Ideas
and How-To's- Chapter 2 — Be Safe and Energy Smart
Safety tips for home improvement projects - Chapter 3 — The Building Envelope
Whole house approach to energy savings, including: roofs, air sealing and insulation. - Chapter 4 — Heating and Plumbing
Cost saving measures to save on your monthly utility bills. - Chapter 5 — Doors and Windows
What makes an energy efficient door or window. - Chapter 6 — Landscaping
Save on your water bill through life-cycle landscaping. - Chapter 7 — The Kitchen
Save on your water and energy bill through energy smart improvements. - Chapter 8 — The Bathroom
Some very simple changes can save you money over the long run. - Chapter 9 — Conclusion
And they lived energy smart ever after.
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