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Thermostat Settings for Home Energy Conservation and Energy Savings
Closely managing your thermostat is an easy way to increase your energy savings.
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Benefits of an Energy Efficient New Home
Take control of your investment. Today, it is possible and practical to have it all - a more comfortable and durable home while doing your part for...
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Phantom/Standby Energy Use by Home Electronics and Appliances
Consumer electronics and appliances amount to about 15% of a home’s utility usage. Did you know these modern conveniences can cost you a lot of money on...
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Household Laundry Tips for Saving Money and Home Energy
Whether you’re using a new machine or an old one, a few practices will save money and energy each time you do your laundry
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Questions and Answers about Fluorescent Lighting for Your Home
Although compact fluorescent lamps/lightbulbs (CFLs) are initially more expensive to buy, you should see a return on your investment and come out way ahead...
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Questions and Answers about Caulking and Weatherstripping Your Home
In a well-insulated home, air leaks are the greatest cause of wasted heating and cooling energy. Caulking and weatherstripping are effective ways to rid...
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Passive Solar Design for Homes
Passive solar design uses the sun’s energy to heat and cool a home. You can benefit by incorporating both passive solar heating and cooling in a home...
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Low-Cost and No-Cost Actions to Save Home Energy and Money
Tips designed to help you save energy in your home with little or no out-of-pocket costs.
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