For a thorough and accurate measurement of air leakage in your home, hire a qualified technician to conduct an energy assessment, particularly a blower door test.…
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By replacing your home's five most frequently used light fixtures or bulbs with models that have earned the ENERGY STAR, you can save $75 each year.…
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A home energy audit, also known as a home energy assessment, can help you understand the whole picture of your home's energy use. An audit can help you determine how much energy your home…
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Applying caulk to a window frame prevents air leakage.…
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A simple web search finds about 49 million results on solar energy. It’s a hot topic, and rightfully so. The amount of solar connected to the grid has grown exponentially in the past several years, and as of May 2016, there are …
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It’s hot out there!
Here are some simple steps you can take to stay cool and save energy on hot summer days: …
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Many people work from home at least one day per week. Working from home saves energy and time…
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Proper maintenance can help keep your air conditioner running efficiently and prolong the life of the unit.…
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These examples of building integrated photovoltaic panels are like solar eye candy. All images from U.S. Department of Energy Solar Decathlon…
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