RESNET achieves 5 million HERS-rated homes
On June 2, 2026, the Residential Energy Services Network (RESNET) announced a landmark achievement for the housing industry: More than 5 million homes have now been rated using the HERS Index, the nation’s leading standard for measuring and verifying home energy performance. The milestone was officially reached on May 29, 2026.
The milestone comes as HERS Ratings continue to gain market share across the country. In 2025, more than one in three newly constructed homes in the United States received a HERS Rating, with adoption continuing to increase in 2026. This achievement shows how verified home performance helps builders deliver homes with lower utility bills, greater comfort, and stronger long-term value for homeowners.
“Five million HERS-rated homes represent far more than a number—it represents millions of families living in homes designed and independently verified to perform better,” said Shelby Gatlin, Executive Director of RESNET. “At a time when housing affordability and rising utility costs matter more than ever, the HERS Index helps provide confidence that a home’s energy performance has been measured and verified by a qualified third party.”
