Louisiana Energy and Cost Savings for New Single- and Multifamily Homes: 2009 and 2012 IECC as Compared to the 2006 IECC

Lucas, Robert G. ; Taylor, Zachary T. ; Mendon, Vrushali V. ; Goel, Supriya

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (U.S.)

关键词: Houses;    29 Energy Planning, Policy And Economy;    Energy Conservation;    32 Energy Conservation, Consumption, And Utilization;    Cost;   

DOI  :  10.2172/1044498
RP-ID  :  PNNL-21342
RP-ID  :  AC05-76RL01830
RP-ID  :  1044498

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来源: UNT Digital Library

【 摘 要 】

The 2009 and 2012 International Energy Conservation Codes (IECC) yield positive benefits for Louisiana homeowners. Moving to either the 2009 or 2012 IECC from the 2006 IECC is cost effective over a 30-year life cycle. On average, Louisiana homeowners will save $1,663 over 30 years under the 2009 IECC, with savings still higher at $4,107 with the 2012 IECC. After accounting for upfront costs and additional costs financed in the mortgage, homeowners should see net positive cash flows (i.e., cumulative savings exceeding cumulative cash outlays) in 2 years for both the 2009 and 2012 IECC. Average annual energy savings are $149 for the 2009 IECC and $358 for the 2012 IECC.