Energy-efficiency isn’t a buzzword, it’s a lifestyle. Embracing energy-efficiency can help the planet, but it also can help homeowners reduce their energy waste and save money in the process. While…
Homeowners rely on their large refrigerator to keep their food cool and fresh. These large appliances use up a lot of energy, because they operate 24/7. Many homeowners also have…
Fossil fuels are non-renewable and they are damaging to the environment. Unfortunately, the major energy sources that power our home–electricity and natural gas–rely on fossil fuels. Not only are these…
Energy-efficient windows can help provide better insulation to lower energy costs for homeowners. Since heating and cooling accounts for a large amount of a home’s energy use, these windows can…
Some homeowners might feel that living sustainably or ‘going green’ is just another trend. However, eco-friendly is not simply a buzzword; it’s a way of life. Embracing a green life…
While the ENERGY STAR label is affixed to products that meet the specific criteria for energy efficiency, there are many appliances that don’t yet qualify for this label—including toaster ovens….
Younger generations are beginning to understand the implications of climate change; they also may learn that our world offers many nonrenewable resources that cannot be replaced. Parents might help children…
French doors are typically used to close off rooms with a more formal flair and also allow for homeowners to retain the flow of an open floor plan. French doors…
Unlike homeowners, renters often cannot make changes to their apartment, condo or home. Rental agreements differ, and renters might have limited options related to aesthetic and more permanent changes to…
Homeowners who want to maximize the energy efficiency of their home can begin with one major energy-guzzling culprit: the HVAC unit. Heating and cooling dominates the energy use of the…
