Program Design Resources
Most energy efficiency program sponsors leverage ENERGY STAR offerings in one or more program areas. In addition to taking advantage of the highly recognized brand, energy performance criteria, and partner network, the ENERGY STAR partnership fosters collaboration to inform program design best practices.
Many of the most effective energy efficiency programs in the country, including the ENERGY STAR program, use tenets of market transformation to design, implement, and refine their offerings based on changing market conditions. Learn more about program design strategies through the links below:
Residential
- Heat Pump Water Heater Market Acceleration Guide
- ENERGY STAR Home Upgrade
- Distributor-focused midstream programs for HVAC and water heating
- Smart Thermostat Best Practices Guide
- New Construction
- Expert Home Improvements | ENERGY STAR
- The ENERGY STAR Retail Products Platform
- Quick Reference Guide for Promoting ENERGY STAR Certified Products
Commercial
Cross-Cutting
- ENERGY STAR® Resources for State and Tribal High-Efficiency Electric Home Rebate Programs
- Inclusive Utility Investment
- ENERGY STAR® Information to Assist Energy Efficiency Program/TRM Planning
- Programs and Strategies for Energy Access