Residential New Construction
Notice: We are now accepting new projects for review and evaluation that will be completed during 2009 or beyond. This program is fully subscribed for 2008. Projects scheduled for completion in 2008 will not be accepted.
Energy-Efficient Homes
This program is one of several innovative solutions offered by the Connecticut Energy Efficiency Fund and administered by CL&P.
Make Energy Efficiency an Integral Element of Your New Home’s Design
There is no better time to think of energy efficiency than when you are building a new house. Exciting advancements in technology and building techniques can make your dream home efficient and comfortable. The investment you make now in energy-efficient insulation, home and water heating, air conditioning and lighting will return to you in the form of lower energy costs and/or a higher resale value.
With the support of the Connecticut Energy Efficiency Fund and CL&P, you can receive financial incentives and rebates to help offset the cost of investing in energy-efficient equipment and materials. Instead of searching for each opportunity, your CL&P program administrator will be your guide to ensure that you receive all your eligible program benefits.
How Does the Program Work?
- While you are still in the planning stage, call 1-877-WISE-USE to be connected to a program administrator. Your builder can make the call for you if you prefer.
- We will talk to you about your plans and help you or your builder complete the program application.
- Your completed application will show a comprehensive listing of all your eligible incentives.
- Once your home is completed and the energy-efficiency measures have been verified, we send you a check. It’s as simple as that.
You may have heard your neighbors or your builder talk about ENERGY STAR® homes. ENERGY STAR is a joint program of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Department of Energy. Products such as lightbulbs and appliances can earn the ENERGY STAR rating if they meet certain energy-efficiency standards. New homes can also earn an ENERGY STAR rating. The new home construction program offered by CL&P is a separate program from ENERGY STAR. However, many of our measures may qualify towards ENERGY STAR ratings. For more information, visit the ENERGY STAR website.
You may also qualify for federal tax credits for installing energy-efficient measures in your home.
For more information call 1-877-WISE-USE (1-877-947-3873).