Periodically, the Low-Income Weatherization Assistance Program in Nebraska is evaluated to analyze its effectiveness and to find ways to increase the energy and dollar savings of those receiving the free services. Similar studies are also conducted across the nation.
      Several of the most recent studies: 

Nebraska Evaluation, 1993-1994 and 1994-1995
      The average home weatherized during program years 1993/94 and 1994/95 saved an average of 18.7% of total consumption of the fuel used for heating. This resulted in an average reduction of $126 in annual utility bills. Due to the decrease in energy use, these homes also contributed to reducing emissions of greenhouse gases. On average, each home reduced carbon dioxide emissions by 2,297 pounds, sulfur dioxide emissions by 0.435 pound, and nitrogen oxides by 0.706 pound.
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National Evaluation, 1996  
      In 1990, the U.S. Department of Energy sponsored and Oak Ridge National Laboratory conducted a comprehensive evaluation and assessment of the Weatherization Assistance Program. This evaluation compares and updates a 1989 study with the 1996 findings.  
      Click here for more information about the national study.