The National Association of Realtors is asking lawmakers to help improve energy efficiency in homes by offering incentives to homeowners.

We have already spoken how going green not only helps conserve resources and save the planet, but also how it can aid you in the sale of your home!

However in the long term there is a natural trend towards conservation, recycling and renewable resources. Enticing homeowners to improve their energy efficiency is no easy task!

NAR has expressed support for the approach and overarching goals behind the Green Resources for Energy Efficient Neighborhoods (GREEN) Act, H.R. 2336. The National Association of Realtors believes that improving the energy efficiency of the nation’s homes and buildings can be best accomplished with incentives and education.

H.R. 2336 would establish incentives to encourage energy efficient building, rehabilitation and upgrades. In addition, the bill provides a loan fund for states to implement renewable energy projects and would encourage a number of U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development demonstration and pilot programs that would provide best practices and great experiences for promoting energy efficiency in housing.

This is welcome news as small changes in our neighborhood have an impact on the nation and the world as a whole.

Developers have started to building green homes (for instance using solar panels) and Americans as a whole are learning ways to decrease energy usage whilst not compromising lifestyle.

Watch this space for more information on this bill and details of any incentive for Ann Arbor homeowners to become more energy efficient!

Turn your energy efficient efforts into not just an environment saving project but a selling feature!

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