The third annual Fuzzy Zoeller and Friends Golf Event will be held at Edgewater on Sunday May 13, 2012. Fuzzy is looking forward to having a great time at Edgewater, to see amateurs handling irons and putting away.
Fuzzy Zoeller hosted the second annual Fuzzy Zoeller and Friend Golf Event at Edgewater
The quality of the environment is everyone's responsibility and by bringing ENERGY STAR into American homes and businesses we can make an enormous difference.
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ENERGY STAR is more than a label awarded for energy efficiency. It is a partnership among government, business, and consumers, united in the pursuit of a common goal - to protect our environment for future generations. The ENERGY STAR program has been a resounding success over the last decade. Americans have purchased more than 1 billion ENERGY STAR qualified products and thousands of buildings have been improved. More than 7,000 businesses and organizations have become partners, and more than 40% of the American public recognizes the ENERGY STAR. Last year alone, with the help of ENERGY STAR, Americans saved the energy required to power 15 million homes and reduced air pollution equivalent to taking 14 million cars off the road, all this while saving $7 billion on energy bills. Through ENERGY STAR, we have successfully educated our partners and the consumer marketplace that energy efficiency does not sacrifice the features, style, or the comfort that today's consumers expect. But there is much more to do. There are many more Americans to make aware of the power they have when they make choices for their homes and many more businesses to show that what is good for the environment is also good for the bottom line.  |
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Tight Construction and DuctsAdvanced techniques for sealing holes and cracks in the home’s "envelope" and in heating and cooling ducts help reduce drafts, moisture, dust, pollen, pests, and noise. A tightly sealed home improves comfort and indoor air quality while lowering utility and maintenance costs.
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Effective Insulation SystemsProperly installed and inspected insulation in floors, walls, and attics ensures even temperatures throughout the house, while using less energy. The result is lower utility costs and a quieter, more comfortable home.
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Efficient Heating and Cooling EquipmentAn energy-efficient, properly installed heating and cooling system uses less energy to operate, which reduces your utility bills. This system can also be quieter, reduce indoor humidity, and improve the overall comfort of your home.
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High Performance WindowsEnergy-efficient windows employ advanced technologies, such as protective coatings and improved frame assemblies, to help keep heat in during the winter and out during the summer. These windows also block damaging ultraviolet sunlight that can discolor carpets and furnishings.
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Efficient ProductsYour home may also be equipped with ENERGY STAR qualified products—lighting fixtures, compact fluorescent bulbs, ventilation fans, and appliances—that offer additional energy savings.
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Independent TestingWhile it’s easy to claim that homes are energy efficient, ENERGY STAR builder partners back that up with verification by an independent Home Energy Rater. The Rater conducts on site inspections and testing to verify the performance of the energy efficiency features in your home.
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Added ConfidenceHome buying is complex enough without having to know all the details of energy-efficient construction. Instead, look for the government-backed ENERGY STAR to easily identify homes that are truly energy efficient. Find the house of your dreams and enjoy peace of mind knowing that it also meets rigorous energy efficiency guidelines set by EPA and verified by an independent Home Energy Rater.
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Lower Ownership CostCompared with standard construction, ENERGY STAR qualified homes use substantially less energy for heating, cooling, and water heating—delivering $200 to $400 in annual savings. Although these energy savings may seem small relative to the cost of monthly mortgage payments, no one likes to waste money. And over the 7 or 8 years that a typical buyer lives in a home, it can add up to thousands of dollars saved. Additional savings on maintenance can also be significant. Duke Energy provides a 5% discount for your ENERGY STAR home.
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Better PerformanceProperly installed energy-efficient improvements deliver better protection against cold, heat, drafts, moisture, pests, pollution, and noise. An ENERGY STAR qualified home helps ensure consistent temperatures between rooms, improved indoor air quality, and greater durability.
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Smarter InvestmentTo date, more than 6,500 home builders have partnered with EPA to construct nearly 940,000 ENERGY STAR qualified homes. By 2010, more than 1 million homes are expected to earn the ENERGY STAR. The trend is clear. By choosing a home with the ENERGY STAR, you can be confident that it will have an increasingly valued feature when the time comes to sell.
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Environmental ProtectionEnergy used in our homes often comes from the burning of fossil fuels at power plants. Because ENERGY STAR qualified homes use less energy, they help prevent greenhouse gas emissions—an added benefit for today’s environmentally conscious consumers looking for "green" choices. Greater energy efficiency helps us all make the most of our energy resources, mitigates the impact of high energy prices, decreases the need for new power plants, lowers our reliance on energy imports, and reduces the emissions of greenhouse gases and air pollutants at the source.
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