Kris DeLair, Empire State Energy Association
Spring has sprung across New York State, and with the warmer weather and vibrant blooms comes the realization that our homes may need a little TLC. I don’t know about you, but I have a to-do list of home improvement projects that never seem to end, and it only gets longer when the seasons change. One of the things that many homeowners are thinking about at this time of year is how their heating system performed over the previous fall and winter.
Staying warm when the temperatures are cold is important, and the way that many of our friends and neighbors do this is by relying on home heating oil. But what many New York oil customers don’t know is that their fuel has been evolving over recent decades and is pursuing an active role in carbon reduction. All heating oil delivered in the state of New York is Bioheat® fuel, a sustainable blend of ultra-low sulfur heating oil blended with a percentage of biodiesel. Biodiesel is a renewable energy source created out of agricultural by-products and recycled waste oils.
Bioheat® fuel can be used in existing heating oil equipment with no modifications—but even greater carbon reduction can be achieved by using Bioheat® fuel with a new high-efficiency heating system. By embracing high-efficiency heating equipment, we can substantially reduce carbon emissions, which is better for the planet and our communities.
The benefits of high-efficiency heating equipment don’t stop there. Homeowners who install high-efficiency heating systems can expect to experience significant cost savings over the long term. This is achieved through a combination of reduced energy consumption and lower utility bills. In fact, high-efficiency heating systems can yield savings of up to 30% or more on energy expenditures, which equals a quick return on investment.
Clearly, embracing high-efficiency heating equipment and pairing it with low-carbon Bioheat® fuel is an exceptional way for homeowners to shrink their carbon footprints. To learn more about Bioheat® fuel, visit BetterwithBioheat.com.
