Reduce
your monthly utility bill and be an energy-smart consumer without
sacrificing comfort and convenience by investing in ENERGY STAR®
products. All major home appliances must meet federal energy standards
but products that receive the ENERGY STAR approval increase comfort and
quality while reducing energy costs.
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
started ENERGY STAR in 1992 to reduce air pollution by reducing
electrical generation from coal-powered plants. The Department of
Energy (DOE) joined the EPA in 1996 by labeling products like
appliances and windows to promote energy efficiency.
VELUX, the world's leading manufacturer of roof
windows and skylights, was the first skylight manufacturer to meet the
ENERGY STAR approval guidelines in all climate zones.
If all residential windows in the US were replaced
with ENERGY STAR qualifying models, the nation would save $7 billion*
in energy costs over the next 15 years. Fifteen percent* of the total
energy bill can be reduced just by using ENERGY STAR approved windows.
"VELUX was one of the first building products
manufacturers to recognize the customer's benefit of labeling
energy-efficient products," comments Jim Russell, ENERGY STAR
representative. "VELUX was also the first skylight manufacturer to
offer quality, energy-efficient skylights that improve the living
environment for people all over the world."
When making improvements to your home, look for the
ENERGY STAR labels on products like windows and appliances that will
use less energy, save more money and help protect the environment.
*Figures provided by ENERGY STAR.