The DTE New Homes Program offers financial incentives and marketing and technical assistance to builders who install eligible residential units in its service territory. Through DTE and ENERGY STAR® partnerships, residential customers receive increased comfort, energy savings, quality, and overall satisfaction in a new energy efficient home.
For more information on becoming a Residential New Home Construction Program builder, click here.
What is a HERS Index score?
As the industry standard for measuring a home s energy efficiency, the Home Energy Rating System (HERS) Index scores a home based on comprehensive software modeling and in person testing. The lower the score, the more efficient the home.
What is ENERGY STAR certification?
ENERGY STAR homes are built to meet the highest U.S. Environmental Protection Agency energy efficiency guidelines and include the latest energy saving equipment and features. Rebates are paid based on achieving ENERGY STAR certification and a given home s Home Energy Rating System (HERS) Index score
Your ENERGY STAR homebuyers will enjoy the following benefits for years to come:
- Reduced energy bills certified homes deliver approximately 20% savings on annual energy bills according to ENERGY STAR.
- Higher resale value -- certified homes sell at a higher premium than comparable homes that don't have an ENERGY STAR rating.
- Improved indoor air quality.
- A more comfortable home environment for higher customer satisfaction.
Visit ENERGY STAR to learn more.
New Homes Program Updates
A new bulletin has been added to the Consumers Energy and DTE Energy Energy Efficiency Learning Center (EELC).
A new bulletin has been added to the Consumers Energy and DTE Energy Energy Efficiency Learning Center (EELC).
A new bulletin has been added to the Consumers Energy and DTE Energy Energy Efficiency Learning Center (EELC).
A new bulletin has been added to the Consumers Energy and DTE Energy Energy Efficiency Learning Center (EELC).
The Michigan Energy Code compliance trainings scheduled to take place from April 2024 through May 2025 have been postponed until further notice.
We remain committed to delivering high-quality training that empowers you with the latest knowledge and skills in building science and energy efficiency.
If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out to us. Thank you for your patience and continued support.
Michigan New Homes Team