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5 Tips for Saving Energy in the Family Room

Reduce your electricity bills by systematically purging your family room of wasteful energy practices. Read More

Progress $ E K
Save Money Low Up to $133 (w/o TV)
Effort Low Up to 2 hrs (buy online)
Investment Low Up to $142 (w/o new TV)
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House with pine trees in the front yard

Plant Trees To Save Energy and Grow Value

Plant a tree to add value to your home and have a positive impact on the local environment. Read More

Progress H $ C E K
Save Money Med $100-$250/yr (in energy, 3 trees)
Value Added Low $630 (one tree)
Investment Med $50-$100 (7 ft deciduous)
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12 Tips for Saving Energy in Your Home Office

Cut your power consumption, lighting, and heating and cooling costs when you work from home. Read More

Progress $ E K
Save Money Med Up to $194/yr (w/o computer)
Effort Low 2-4 hours
Investment Med Up to $277 (w/o new computer)
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Man adjusting track lighting

7 Tips for Saving Energy with Home Lighting

Lighting eats up as much as 20% of your annual electric bill, but using energy-efficient bulbs and making other simple changes can cut lighting costs dramatically. Read More

Progress $ E K
Save Money Low $5/yr per CFL (4 hrs use/day)
Effort Low 10 mins to change a bulb
Investment Low $2-$15 per CFL
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$1,500 tax credit applies to some new windows and doors

Understanding Energy Ratings for Windows and Doors

Qualifying for the $1,500 federal tax credit on new windows and doors depends on two measurements, U-factor and Solar Heat Gain Coefficient. Read More

Progress H $ E K
Save Money Med $126-$465/yr (in energy)
Value Added Med $8,200-$10,600
Effort Med 3-5 days (research/install)
Investment Med $500-$1,000/window (w/ labor)
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Modern kitchen in neutral colors

10 Tips for Saving Energy in the Kitchen

Maintain your large kitchen appliances is part of a smart home energy efficiency plan. Read More

Progress $ E K
Save Money Low Up to $123/yr
Effort Low Up 30 min/yr (maintenance)
Investment Low $3-$20 (1 thermometer)
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Kenmore washer and dryer

7 Tips for Saving Energy in the Laundry Room

Understanding your laundry room appliances is part of a smart plan to help you save energy in your home. Read More

Progress $ E K
Save Money Med Up to $280/yr
Effort Low 30 min/yr (maintenance)
Investment Low $25-$90 (drying rack)
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Reduce standby power consumption

Saving Electricity: Reduce Standby Power Consumption

It doesn’t take much effort to reduce standby power consumption; and you could save the equivalent of a few tanks of gas a year. Read More

Progress $ E K
Save Money Low Up to $100/yr
Effort Low 30 min-1 hr (set up)
Investment Low $20-$140 (power strip, meter)
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Conserve Water at Home

Curb your water usage with a few simple tips:

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