Policy & Archives

The EPA periodically revises ENERGY STAR Residential New Construction program requirements with an eye toward improving clarity, updating policies where needed, and furthering the program’s legacy of success in residential energy efficiency. Partner questions, evolving energy codes, and other factors may all inform the revisions.

Use the links below to weigh in on, and stay up to date around, changes to the ENERGY STAR Residential New Construction program:

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Stakeholder Feedback

Comment on proposed changes to program requirements and policies.

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Policy Record

Browse recent updates to program requirements.

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Archives

View past announcements, stakeholder feedback, and historical documents.