Energy efficiency is a sustainability win-win. It reduces both your energy bills and your greenhouse gas emissions. Improving your energy efficiency can start small, and options are available whether you rent or own your home.

Energy Audits

You can schedule a free energy efficiency audit for your home and create a plan to improve efficiency.

• DTE free Home Energy Assessment
• Consumers free Home Energy Analysis
• Energy star Yardstick Tool

Energy Efficiency Tips & Tricks

Explore advice on how to improve the energy efficiency of your home. Whether you own or rent, there are actions you can take, across a broad spectrum of required investment.

• Department of Energy energy efficiency guidance
• Energy star Home energy savings tool
• Department of Energy energy saving tips for renters
• DTE Energy Savings explorer
• DTE Energy Savings tips
• Consumers Energy Savings solutions
• How to keep your HVAC system running efficiently

If you’re looking to make a bigger investment in energy efficiency, such as upgrading to a more efficient HVAC system or improving your home insulation, consider the following funding options below.

• Michigan Saves – A green bank providing low-interest financing for sustainability projects
• Consumers Helping Neighbors – A low-cost energy efficiency program for low-income residents
• Weatherization Assistance Program – A no-cost energy efficiency program for low-income residents
• Oakland SAVES – Applications are currently closed
• How to select an energy efficient appliance

Electrification

Electrification refers to replacing equipment that uses fossil fuels with electricity-powered equivalents. For example, you may replace your gas-powered lawn mower or leaf-blower with an electric one. You may replace a gas stove or gas furnace with an electric stove or electric heat pump.

Electrification can save you money and have a significant impact on the carbon emissions and air quality in your community.

What is electrification?

• International Energy Agency info on electrification
• Department of Energy info on electrification

Resources to explore electrification options and potential savings:

• Rewiring America’s Electrification Savings Calculator
• Electrify Everything in your Home
• Federal tax credits for solar
• Federal tax credits for EVs
• Home Energy Rebate Program – Upcoming federally funded rebate programs for efficiency, electrification, and appliances