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Natural Gas Furnace (Forced Air Distribution)
Energy Efficiency Ratio: N/A
Average Purchase Price Plus Installation (Includes 2009 Federal Tax Credit where applicable): 1100
Annual Heating Cost (Assuming 20% duct leakage for forced air distribution systems): $468
Lifecycle Cost (18 Years): 9524
Annual CO2 Emissions (Pounds): 4072

Average Eco-rating

Average Eco-rating: A product's balance between environmental and economic considerations. The product that has the highest Average Eco-rating is both environmentally preferred and cost-effective to purchase and own.
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Environmental Impact Rating: based on average amount of energy (kWh) consumed per year and average annual emissions of CO2 (calculated according to the average emissions associated with the production of each energy source, e.g. electricity, natural gas, etc.). The higher rating, the more energy-efficient and less-emitting the technology is of CO2.
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Consumption Rating: based on average annual kilowatt hours consumed for each technology. The higher the rating, the less energy-consuming and more efficient the technology.
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Lifecycle Cost Rating: based on average annual cost of operation (energy expenses) over an 18-year period plus average purchase price, including installation and 2009 Federal tax credits. The higher the rating, the more cost-effective the technology.
100
Price Rating: based on average purchase and installation prices for each technology, including the 2009 Federal tax credit, if applicable. The higher the rating, the lower the price of the technology.
100
The higher the rating, the better.
Open Loop Geothermal Heat Pump (Radiant Floor)
Energy Efficiency Ratio: 16.2
Average Purchase Price Plus Installation (Includes 2009 Federal Tax Credit where applicable): 9603
Annual Heating Cost (Assuming 20% duct leakage for forced air distribution systems): $207
Lifecycle Cost (18 Years): 13329
Annual CO2 Emissions (Pounds): 2824

Average Eco-rating

Average Eco-rating: A product's balance between environmental and economic considerations. The product that has the highest Average Eco-rating is both environmentally preferred and cost-effective to purchase and own.
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Environmental Impact Rating: based on average amount of energy (kWh) consumed per year and average annual emissions of CO2 (calculated according to the average emissions associated with the production of each energy source, e.g. electricity, natural gas, etc.). The higher rating, the more energy-efficient and less-emitting the technology is of CO2.
100
Consumption Rating: based on average annual kilowatt hours consumed for each technology. The higher the rating, the less energy-consuming and more efficient the technology.
100
Lifecycle Cost Rating: based on average annual cost of operation (energy expenses) over an 18-year period plus average purchase price, including installation and 2009 Federal tax credits. The higher the rating, the more cost-effective the technology.
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Price Rating: based on average purchase and installation prices for each technology, including the 2009 Federal tax credit, if applicable. The higher the rating, the lower the price of the technology.
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The higher the rating, the better.
Closed Loop Geothermal Heat Pump (Radiant Floor)
Energy Efficiency Ratio: 14.1
Average Purchase Price Plus Installation (Includes 2009 Federal Tax Credit where applicable): 9603
Annual Heating Cost (Assuming 20% duct leakage for forced air distribution systems): $226
Lifecycle Cost (18 Years): 13671
Annual CO2 Emissions (Pounds): 3082

Average Eco-rating

Average Eco-rating: A product's balance between environmental and economic considerations. The product that has the highest Average Eco-rating is both environmentally preferred and cost-effective to purchase and own.
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Environmental Impact Rating: based on average amount of energy (kWh) consumed per year and average annual emissions of CO2 (calculated according to the average emissions associated with the production of each energy source, e.g. electricity, natural gas, etc.). The higher rating, the more energy-efficient and less-emitting the technology is of CO2.
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Consumption Rating: based on average annual kilowatt hours consumed for each technology. The higher the rating, the less energy-consuming and more efficient the technology.
92
Lifecycle Cost Rating: based on average annual cost of operation (energy expenses) over an 18-year period plus average purchase price, including installation and 2009 Federal tax credits. The higher the rating, the more cost-effective the technology.
70
Price Rating: based on average purchase and installation prices for each technology, including the 2009 Federal tax credit, if applicable. The higher the rating, the lower the price of the technology.
11
The higher the rating, the better.
Open Loop Geothermal Heat Pump (Forced Air Distribution)
Energy Efficiency Ratio: 16.2
Average Purchase Price Plus Installation (Includes 2009 Federal Tax Credit where applicable): 9603
Annual Heating Cost (Assuming 20% duct leakage for forced air distribution systems): $248
Lifecycle Cost (18 Years): 14075
Annual CO2 Emissions (Pounds): 3389

Average Eco-rating

Average Eco-rating: A product's balance between environmental and economic considerations. The product that has the highest Average Eco-rating is both environmentally preferred and cost-effective to purchase and own.
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Environmental Impact Rating: based on average amount of energy (kWh) consumed per year and average annual emissions of CO2 (calculated according to the average emissions associated with the production of each energy source, e.g. electricity, natural gas, etc.). The higher rating, the more energy-efficient and less-emitting the technology is of CO2.
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Consumption Rating: based on average annual kilowatt hours consumed for each technology. The higher the rating, the less energy-consuming and more efficient the technology.
83
Lifecycle Cost Rating: based on average annual cost of operation (energy expenses) over an 18-year period plus average purchase price, including installation and 2009 Federal tax credits. The higher the rating, the more cost-effective the technology.
68
Price Rating: based on average purchase and installation prices for each technology, including the 2009 Federal tax credit, if applicable. The higher the rating, the lower the price of the technology.
11
The higher the rating, the better.
Closed Loop Geothermal Heat Pump (Forced Air Distribution)
Energy Efficiency Ratio: 14.1
Average Purchase Price Plus Installation (Includes 2009 Federal Tax Credit where applicable): 9603
Annual Heating Cost (Assuming 20% duct leakage for forced air distribution systems): $271
Lifecycle Cost (18 Years): 14485
Annual CO2 Emissions (Pounds): 3698

Average Eco-rating

Average Eco-rating: A product's balance between environmental and economic considerations. The product that has the highest Average Eco-rating is both environmentally preferred and cost-effective to purchase and own.
 57
Environmental Impact Rating: based on average amount of energy (kWh) consumed per year and average annual emissions of CO2 (calculated according to the average emissions associated with the production of each energy source, e.g. electricity, natural gas, etc.). The higher rating, the more energy-efficient and less-emitting the technology is of CO2.
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Consumption Rating: based on average annual kilowatt hours consumed for each technology. The higher the rating, the less energy-consuming and more efficient the technology.
76
Lifecycle Cost Rating: based on average annual cost of operation (energy expenses) over an 18-year period plus average purchase price, including installation and 2009 Federal tax credits. The higher the rating, the more cost-effective the technology.
66
Price Rating: based on average purchase and installation prices for each technology, including the 2009 Federal tax credit, if applicable. The higher the rating, the lower the price of the technology.
11
The higher the rating, the better.
Oil Furnace (Forced Air Distribution)
Energy Efficiency Ratio: N/A
Average Purchase Price Plus Installation (Includes 2009 Federal Tax Credit where applicable): 1100
Annual Heating Cost (Assuming 20% duct leakage for forced air distribution systems): $721
Lifecycle Cost (18 Years): 14082
Annual CO2 Emissions (Pounds): 5999

Average Eco-rating

Average Eco-rating: A product's balance between environmental and economic considerations. The product that has the highest Average Eco-rating is both environmentally preferred and cost-effective to purchase and own.
 57
Environmental Impact Rating: based on average amount of energy (kWh) consumed per year and average annual emissions of CO2 (calculated according to the average emissions associated with the production of each energy source, e.g. electricity, natural gas, etc.). The higher rating, the more energy-efficient and less-emitting the technology is of CO2.
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Consumption Rating: based on average annual kilowatt hours consumed for each technology. The higher the rating, the less energy-consuming and more efficient the technology.
17
Lifecycle Cost Rating: based on average annual cost of operation (energy expenses) over an 18-year period plus average purchase price, including installation and 2009 Federal tax credits. The higher the rating, the more cost-effective the technology.
68
Price Rating: based on average purchase and installation prices for each technology, including the 2009 Federal tax credit, if applicable. The higher the rating, the lower the price of the technology.
100
The higher the rating, the better.
Natural Gas Boiler (Radiant Floor)
Energy Efficiency Ratio: N/A
Average Purchase Price Plus Installation (Includes 2009 Federal Tax Credit where applicable): 5500
Annual Heating Cost (Assuming 20% duct leakage for forced air distribution systems): $413
Lifecycle Cost (18 Years): 12934
Annual CO2 Emissions (Pounds): 3627

Average Eco-rating

Average Eco-rating: A product's balance between environmental and economic considerations. The product that has the highest Average Eco-rating is both environmentally preferred and cost-effective to purchase and own.
 47
Environmental Impact Rating: based on average amount of energy (kWh) consumed per year and average annual emissions of CO2 (calculated according to the average emissions associated with the production of each energy source, e.g. electricity, natural gas, etc.). The higher rating, the more energy-efficient and less-emitting the technology is of CO2.
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Consumption Rating: based on average annual kilowatt hours consumed for each technology. The higher the rating, the less energy-consuming and more efficient the technology.
20
Lifecycle Cost Rating: based on average annual cost of operation (energy expenses) over an 18-year period plus average purchase price, including installation and 2009 Federal tax credits. The higher the rating, the more cost-effective the technology.
74
Price Rating: based on average purchase and installation prices for each technology, including the 2009 Federal tax credit, if applicable. The higher the rating, the lower the price of the technology.
20
The higher the rating, the better.
Oil Boiler (Radiant Floor)
Energy Efficiency Ratio: N/A
Average Purchase Price Plus Installation (Includes 2009 Federal Tax Credit where applicable): 5500
Annual Heating Cost (Assuming 20% duct leakage for forced air distribution systems): $599
Lifecycle Cost (18 Years): 16282
Annual CO2 Emissions (Pounds): 4999

Average Eco-rating

Average Eco-rating: A product's balance between environmental and economic considerations. The product that has the highest Average Eco-rating is both environmentally preferred and cost-effective to purchase and own.
 38
Environmental Impact Rating: based on average amount of energy (kWh) consumed per year and average annual emissions of CO2 (calculated according to the average emissions associated with the production of each energy source, e.g. electricity, natural gas, etc.). The higher rating, the more energy-efficient and less-emitting the technology is of CO2.
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Consumption Rating: based on average annual kilowatt hours consumed for each technology. The higher the rating, the less energy-consuming and more efficient the technology.
20
Lifecycle Cost Rating: based on average annual cost of operation (energy expenses) over an 18-year period plus average purchase price, including installation and 2009 Federal tax credits. The higher the rating, the more cost-effective the technology.
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Price Rating: based on average purchase and installation prices for each technology, including the 2009 Federal tax credit, if applicable. The higher the rating, the lower the price of the technology.
20
The higher the rating, the better.
Electric Packaged Air Source Heat Pump (Forced Air Distribution)
Energy Efficiency Ratio: 12
Average Purchase Price Plus Installation (Includes 2009 Federal Tax Credit where applicable): 5200
Annual Heating Cost (Assuming 20% duct leakage for forced air distribution systems): $1190
Lifecycle Cost (18 Years): 26627
Annual CO2 Emissions (Pounds): 17297

Average Eco-rating

Average Eco-rating: A product's balance between environmental and economic considerations. The product that has the highest Average Eco-rating is both environmentally preferred and cost-effective to purchase and own.
 22
Environmental Impact Rating: based on average amount of energy (kWh) consumed per year and average annual emissions of CO2 (calculated according to the average emissions associated with the production of each energy source, e.g. electricity, natural gas, etc.). The higher rating, the more energy-efficient and less-emitting the technology is of CO2.
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Consumption Rating: based on average annual kilowatt hours consumed for each technology. The higher the rating, the less energy-consuming and more efficient the technology.
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Lifecycle Cost Rating: based on average annual cost of operation (energy expenses) over an 18-year period plus average purchase price, including installation and 2009 Federal tax credits. The higher the rating, the more cost-effective the technology.
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Price Rating: based on average purchase and installation prices for each technology, including the 2009 Federal tax credit, if applicable. The higher the rating, the lower the price of the technology.
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The higher the rating, the better.
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