June 30, 2014: Half of US Homeowners Give Themselves a ‘B’ in Energy Efficiency
Fifty-Nine Percent Are Willing to Replace Inefficient HVAC Systems with Newer Models
RICHARDSON, Texas — The annual Lennox Home Energy Report Card survey found the majority of homeowners are attempting to conserve energy, but many are still looking to do better. The survey found that 98 percent of homeowners are trying to conserve energy in some fashion, to either help save money and/or protect the environment. Homeowners give themselves above average marks in energy conservation; half of homeowners (50 percent) gave their household a “B” when grading their household energy efficiency, while less than one third (19 percent) gave themselves a “C.”
“Though most people make an effort to be energy efficient year-round, the summer season makes it a more top-of-mind issue, given that electricity bills are on the rise and homeowners are starting to feel it in their pocketbook,” said Lennox energy efficiency expert Bobby DiFulgentiz. “The Lennox Home Energy Report Card survey found that homeowners think they are doing a pretty good job at finding ways to eliminate energy eaters and save money in the long run, but there is still more that can be done. A few simple actions can help homeowners increase comfort and cut costs without investing a lot of time and effort.”