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How Changing Daylight Savings Will Save Energy

Daylight savings time has moved to study it's effects on energy savings.

Radiant-Floor Heating for Energy Savings

Radiant-floor heating can help the homeowner lower winter heating bills by making lower thermostat settings more comfortable around the house.

Holiday Lighting Efficiency

Holiday lighting can increase the amount of money a homeowner spends on electricity. One way to fight rising energy costs is to use energy efficient LED holiday lights.

How HEAT Can Save Energy

Heating a home in the winter can chew up a home's energy use. You can save energy and save money by using the HEAT method recommended by the EPA.

Cool Your House Naturally

There are natural ways that you can keep your house cooler reducing the workload of your air conditioner and saving energy in the process.

Using Your Lawn as an Air Conditioner

Air conditioning costs can run high during the summer months. By keeping a well maintianed lawn, you can actually save money on your energy bill.

Power Strips Save Energy

Plugging electronic devices into power strips can help save energy use in both the home and the office.

How Solar Power Works

Solar power is the most commonly used source of renewable energy in the US. Find out how solar power works to provide energy to the home.

Help Your Body Cool Itself

Saving energy can be done in a variety of ways. These quick tips can help your body cool off on its own.

Daylighting Can Save Big

Daylighting skylights can save a business in big ways on their energy costs. Installing these on a roof allows a company to rely on the sun's light to provide lighting to employees and customers.

Lower Water Temperature for Savings

Lowering the temperature of your water heater can equate to big energy savings.

Setting Your Thermostat for Maximum Energy Savings

Recomended settings for your air conditioner's and heater's thermostat.

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