Programs and tax credits are available for helping Louisiana residents increase the energy efficiency of their homes and businesses.

Entergy is committed to helping customers manage their energy costs. Many customers and employees may be searching for ways to make their homes more energy efficient This list describes Louisiana programs and federal tax credits to help people improve the energy efficiency of their homes and businesses.

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Homeowner resources

• Savings and incentives: Entergy Solutions
• Federal tax credits: Energy Star Web site: www.energystar.gov/about/federal-tax-credits
• State tax credits: Solar Tax Credits: https://programs.dsireusa.org/system/program/detail/2636
• Home Energy Loan Program (HELP): https://programs.dsireusa.org/system/program/detail/1206
• ENERGY STAR: When you buy a new appliance, look for the ENERGY STAR label that will save money in energy use over time. ENERGY STAR is a government-backed program helping businesses and individuals protect the environment through superior energy efficiency. Energy efficient choices can save families about a third on their energy bill with similar savings of greenhouse gas emissions, without sacrificing features, style or comfort. For more information please visit www.energystar.gov.

Builder and commercial resources

• Savings and incentives: Entergy Solutions
• LA House: The LA House is a research-based showcase for home construction sponsored by the LSU AgCenter and many partners, including Entergy. It educates homeowners and contractors about building homes with more comfort, durability and health while using less energy, resources and damage from natural hazards. The LA House is a great resource for technical solutions to building better, including hurricane protection building techniques. More information is available at the LaHouse Research and Education Center.