The Energy+ Program
Residential Energy Efficiency-Focused Improvements
The HOME Foundation has been part of the Energy+ Team since 2018, following the successful completion of the State College Community Land Trust Green Build Duplex the same year. The net-zero ready duplex was designed and built by partners in the Penn State Hamer Centre for Community Design - Energy Efficient Housing Research Group, Envinity, Inc., the State College Borough and the Pennsylvania Housing and Research Center. THF was invited to join the group to determine ways to use the lessons learned from the project to inform energy and cost saving retrofits on the homes acquired for the first time homebuyer program are rehabilitated before the resale. The work has recently expanded to the rental properties developed by THF.
The Energy+ initiative is a program to design, implement, and evaluate residential energy efficiency-focused capital improvements, specifically geared toward making affordable housing in the State College area even more affordable to live in. By reducing energy usage and cost burdens, it is hoped residents will be able to build resiliency and sustainability in their housing.
Want to make your home energy efficient?
We can help!
Currently, The HOME Foundation is expanding its programs to help Centre County homeowners access rebates, tax credits, and energy-efficiency incentives that can reduce energy costs, improve home comfort, and lessen environmental impact.
Eligible homeowners may qualify for mini-grants of up to $1,200 to complete energy-efficiency improvements that help lower utility bills and make their homes more affordable to own. See if you qualify and take the next step toward a more energy-efficient home!
This initiative is part of a collaborative effort with local governments and other housing-related stakeholders to use residential building improvements to advance the goals of the Centre Region Climate Action and Adaptation Plan.
For more information, send an email to Shirley at sgorski@thehomefoundationcc.org