Builders & Developers

How can ENERGY STAR benefit you?

Join thousands of builders and developers across the country that are using U.S. EPA’s trusted ENERGY STAR label, recognized by more than 90% of Americans, to give their clients confidence that they have made the right choice.

How can you improve construction processes?

Reduce your construction costs

Building ENERGY STAR certified homes and apartments will reduce your lumber costs and offer cost savings through right-sized HVAC units.

Minimize costly call backs and retain residents

ENERGY STAR builders report that they experience a reduction in comfort-related complaints. Multifamily property managers report more satisfied residents who stay in their apartments longer.

Standardize your building practices

Using ENERGY STAR’s program requirements, you can help standardize specs for subcontractors for bidding and work performance purposes.

Obtain industry vetted support

EPA can provide you with best practices from builders and developers across the country and for your specific climate.

How can ENERGY STAR help your bottom line?

Higher sales prices

Studies indicate sales price premiums of up to 6% for ENERGY STAR certified and similarly efficient homes.

Turn-key marketing and sales training tools

Use free marketing collateral and sales training resources to help position yourself as an ENERGY STAR builder or developer.

Co-branding opportunities

Partnering with ENERGY STAR gives you access to free sales and marketing resources. You can even display our logo with your own company's logo.

Awards and recognition

Stand out from your competition by receiving national recognition from the EPA.