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Energy efficiency simply means using less energy to do the same task or produce the same result, and thereby eliminating energy waste. Energy-efficient buildings and homes use less energy to heat and cool. Energy-efficient appliances and electronics use less energy to run. Energy-efficient businesses use less energy to produce their goods. Simply put, energy efficiency reduces energy costs for consumers and improves the competitiveness of our businesses. Energy efficiency is also one of the easiest and most cost effective ways to reduce the environmental effects of consuming energy. It cleans the air we breathe by reducing the amount of carbon dioxide. The department is working with universities, businesses and the U.S. Department of Energy's National Laboratories(link is external) to develop new, energy-efficient technologies while boosting the efficiency of current technologies on the market. Learn more about work being done in Missouri related to improving energy efficiency. Home Energy Audits Find an energy auditor to determine your homes energy efficiency Home Energy Efficiency Ways you can make your home more energy efficient Commercial Buildings Ways to increase energy efficiency in commercial buildings Energy Codes by Jurisdiction Minimum standards for the energy efficiency of buildings and homes in Missouri Energy Codes Training Resources Residential and commercial energy code training opportunities Missouri Home Energy Certification Voluntary approach to promote energy efficient homes through meaningful recognition Energy Savings Performance Contracting Budget-neutral approach to building upgrades to increase operational efficiency Green Building Registry® Add home energy information to the registry for a custom-designed Missouri scorecard Energy Financial Opportunities Financial assistance to reduce your energy consumption and become more energy efficient Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) Home Energy Rebates Rebates on select home improvement projects that can lower your energy bills Home Performance with ENERGY STAR®(link is external) A trusted approach to help contractors and energy programs deliver energy upgrades Energy Efficiency Day Make a difference Popular Links Energy Financial Assistance Opportunities Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) Home Energy Rebates Programs Local Weatherization Agencies Missouri Nuclear Summit Residential Assistance Solar State Weatherization Plan Weatherization Commissions, Boards and Councils Public Notices Report an Environmental Concern or Submit a Question About Us Navigation Energy Resources Energy Information Energy Efficiency Business and Industry Residential and Community Transportation Weatherization Financial Assistance Opportunities What We’re Doing Get Involved Related Links Missouri Public Service Commission Contact Information Division of Energy Address 1101 Riverside Drive P.O. Box 176 Jefferson City, MO 65102-0176 United States Main 573-751-2254 Toll-free 855-522-2796 Fax 573-751-6860 Email energy@dnr.mo.gov(link sends email)