 | I can testify first hand to the benefit of solar water heating, as I have built and lived in a home that incorporated the technology. In my sunny climate here in Texas, it performed outstanding and I would definitely recommend it. Like many high … |
 | The green certification programs such as LEED and NAHB Green have developed strong systems to ensure a well rounded higher quality home. LEED aims for the higher end green homes. The USGBC (LEED) has greater requirements for certification personnel … |
| Capitalizing on a federal renewable-energy tax credit, KB Homes expects to be the first production builder in Florida to include solar-energy panels as a standard feature on new houses in select communities, according to the Orlando Sentinel. The … | |
| There are steps you can take before the end of the year that may help in minimizing your taxes, according to USA Today. One potential source of cash is your tax refund. In 2010, the average refund was about $3,000. There are some steps you can take … | |
 | ProudGreenHome Approved Contributing Expert Heather Ferrier shares her opinions in this blog on the solar cash grant program: In 2009 Congress created the 1603 Program: Payment for Specified Energy Property in Lieu of Tax Credits to cover 30 percent … |
 | Winter is coming fast, with the days growing shorter and outdoor temps dropping. It's crunch time for preparing a house for winter to maximize energy efficiency and save on utility bills. The typical U.S. homeowner, regardless of location, loses … |
 | With rising energy costs, many homeowners are looking for ways to make their home more energy efficient. The term "net zero" is a popular one, because it means that a home produces as much energy as it uses. This is accomplished through the use of … |
| A new air conditioner could save your sanity and quite possibly your marriage, but a new heating and air conditioning system doesn't come cheap. The good news: You may be able to get some of that money back when you file your tax return. The bad … | |
| The principle behind geothermal heating and cooling is a simple one: Dig down toward the bedrock almost anywhere in the world and you reach a stable temperature zone that is somewhere between 52°F and 55°F year-round. By using water … | |
| Sometimes the maze of available tax rebates and tax credits can get complicated. For instance, at this moment, the Long Island (New York) Power Authority is offering solar water heater rebates, while San Diego County, Calif., is offering a green … | |
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