Is That New Appliance Really Energy Efficient?
Attorney General Tom Corbett is encouraging consumers to be wary when considering products or services advertised as being energy efficient. Claims about financial savings or tax benefits related to certain purchases or home improvements should be “thoroughly reviewed,” Corbett added. The Attorney General suggests that consumers should educate themselves about all of their choices before spending hard-earned money on items that promise future savings. He also recommends that consumers look for independent testing of the products they are considering, in order to properly calculate any possible savings, and verify their eligibility for any federal or state tax credits or energy incentives before committing to a purchase. Information about numerous energy saving products and programs is available from the U.S. Department of Energy, as well as the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection.
