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Energy Star

ENERGY STAR is a joint program of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the U.S. Department of Energy which helps consumers save money while also protecting the environment through energy efficient products and practices.

The blue ENERGY STAR logo is the government-backed symbol for energy efficiency and provides unbiased information that consumers rely on to make decisions on product purchases.

You can access the following link to find out more information about:

  1. how ENERGY STAR works
  2. how ENERGY STAR protects the environment, and
  3. what federal income tax credits are currently available to homeowners who make certain energy efficient home improvements.
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