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Cooling

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Do you need air conditioning to feel comfortable in summer? If so, you might be wondering: Is there any way to make air conditioning cost less? How can I choose the best A/C for my house? Is it possible to feel cool without air conditioning?

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US Department of Energy - Energy Saver
US Environmental Protection Agency - ENERGY STAR - Most efficient products, Rebate Locator, and Knowledge Center
ACEEE - SmarterHouse.org
Energy Boom - Most efficient products
Enervee - Most efficient products

Discussion Forum

Do Today/Do Later

Cooling projects you can do today:Do your basic cleaning and maintenance.Provide shade for your windows, preferably on the exterior.Check your windows and interior openings for access to prevailing…Continue

Started by Home Energy Saver Feb 15, 2013.

Ready for a New A/C?

The efficiency of a room A/C is measured by its energy efficiency ratio (EER). This is the ratio of the energy the unit removes from the air to the electrical energy the unit uses. A system with a…Continue

Started by Home Energy Saver Feb 15, 2013.

If You Need Mechanical Cooling

When natural cooling just isn’t enough, you have several options for mechanical cooling. They aresimple fans to move room air or exhaust hot air;cooling units for individual rooms; andcentral A/Cs…Continue

Started by Home Energy Saver Feb 15, 2013.

Work With Nature

The primary goal in cooling is to avoid experiencing heat. Keep the sun out, let cool breezes in, turn off your lights and appliances, and seek the coolest spot indoors or out. The summer sun is a…Continue

Started by Home Energy Saver Feb 15, 2013.