The Push for Energy Efficiency
There’s some great news for those of you living in Oklahoma City. Oklahoma City is now offering green home loans! As always, there are a few qualifications to be approved for the loan, but it’s a great program.
The whole purpose of the loan is to provide home owners with money to use to make energy efficient upgrades to their home. The maximum loan amount is capped at $10,000, but the money can be used for multiple energy saving upgrades including:
- Installation of energy-efficient windows or exterior doors
- Adding more insulation to the attic and walls
- Replacing inefficient window units with central heat and air
- Installation of a new heat pump
- Replacing a dark-colored roof with a cool roof that reflects the sun
Homeowners in Oklahoma City with a household income of $100,000 or less can apply for one of these green home loans and will have up to 36 months to pay it back. The City’s Residential Energy Efficiency Loan Program is administered by the Community Action Agency. Read the entire article here.
While this specific program is happening only in Oklahoma City, the US Government has been encouraging energy efficiency for the entire nation. There are countless tax credits and rebates available for renewable energy products such as solar water heaters or wind energy for both businesses and you, the homeowner. DSIRE is the “Database of State Incentives for Renewables and Efficiency.” Check out their website where you can search for government refunds and credits by state. You will be surprised how much you can actually save by taking advantage of these programs.
Speaking of energy efficiency and environmental responsibility, Rausch Coleman’s homes are E-Star Certified for two reasons. One, it’s a way we can do our small part at reducing pollution by making green homes. Two, it’s more comfortable for the homeowner, especially in the winter and summer months. Lower gas and electric bills with a nice and cozy warm home.
What do you do to stay green around your home? Have you cashed in on any of the government incentives for renewable energy? We want to hear about what you’ve done and how it’s impacted you.
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