MyHEAT
201-1228 Kensington Rd NW
Calgary, AB T2N 3P7
Canada

Survey Results:

Barriers to Energy Efficiency

We’ve conducted statewide surveys across the US to gather insights into energy efficiency

81%

of respondents think about how energy efficient their home is

52.6%

of respondents say that the costs associated to making energy efficiency upgrades is the biggest barrier

61%

of respondents are NOT aware of rebates and incentives available from their utility, town, city or state.

HIGHLIGHTS

Background

MyHEAT has conducted this survey in select states across the US to further explore insights into energy efficiency, considering various demographic factors. The findings will enhance product and marketing strategies while also providing valuable guidance for utility programs and initiatives. With responses from 2,000 participants, we gained a deeper understanding of how barriers to energy efficiency upgrades, along with a lack of awareness of rebates and audits influence residents’ decisions.

Survey Questions

Q1. Do you think about how energy efficient your home is?

Q2. If you were to make Energy Efficiency upgrades to your home, select the most important reason why below.

Q3. What is the biggest barrier to making Energy Efficiency upgrades to your home?

Q4. Are you aware of any efficiency rebates offered by your utility, town/city or state? (insulation upgrades or heat pumps etc.)

Q5. To better understand the efficiency of your home, how likely would you be to sign up for an energy audit in the next 12 months?

Q6. If you selected 'not likely' to the previous question, please select a reason for your answer

States surveyed include: CO, CT, DC, DE, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, NC, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NV, NY, OH, OR, PA, RI, UT, VA, VT, WA, WI, WV.