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Save water and energy with Energy Star water heaters (infographic)
Find out which type of water heater is right for your home.
 | Not every household's hot water needs are the same. Just like the right pair of shoes, each home's water heating equipment should be properly sized to ensure the utmost in comfort and efficiency. Here are some questions to consider in your search … |
 | A new hybrid water heater from Rheem could save homeowners up to $329 a year. The Rheem Prestige Series Hybrid Heat Pump Water Heater features an Energy Factor (EF) of 2.45, giving it the highest efficiency in its class. Homeowners can expect to … |
| Beyond the daily choices people make to live more efficiently, home upgrades can often make the biggest impact on the home's sustainability. While these upgrades require some planning and resources up front, the results lead to lower utility costs … |
| It's been difficult for homeowners with solar water heaters to monitor their energy usage to track performance. But solar thermal technology developer Sunnovations Inc. launched the Ohm residential solar hot water monitoring system. Ohm measures … | |
| According to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), 29 percent of a home's energy usage goes toward heating and 14 percent goes toward heating water. Those costs can really add up—especially if you're relying on old, inefficient equipment. Such … |
 | The new Rincon Green apartment building features 316 apartments designed for a green and luxurious lifestyle, with hot water courtesy of the sun. Located on Rincon Hill in the South of Market neighborhood of San Francisco, the new Rincon Green … |
| We turn on the tap and expect hot water to flow for a soothing shower or washing dishes. But that's not always been the case. It hasn't been too many years ago – less than an average lifetime – that hot water came only after serious … | |
| Two hybrid water heaters designed for retrofit applications are half the size of a traditional 50-gallon gas water heater, but almost double the average industry output. Grand Hall Enterprises, manufacturer of Eternal hybrid water heaters, announced … | |
 | Looking for a new water heater can seem overwhelming. Choosing the wrong one can cost you money. Choosing the right one can put more money than you think back in your pocket.Take a look at this infographic from Albert Nahman Plumbing & Heating … |
 | By ANGIE HICKS — http://www.angieslist.com/ For years, traditional gas-powered tank water heaters have been one of the biggest energy hogs in the home. With tank heaters, you have to pay to heat water you aren't even using. Not so with a … |
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An Introduction to Energy-Efficient Appliances
Saving money and minimizing power consumption are key benefits to energy-efficient appliances, but choosing the right one can be difficult. Learn what to look for when purchasing a new appliance.Type: White PaperSponsored by: ProudGreenHome.com -
Water-saving tips that can also save money
Water is our most precious resource and yet every day we waste exorbitant amounts of it. There are many products and simple tips to follow to save water and money.Type: White PaperSponsored by: ProudGreenHome.com -
Choosing the Most Energy-Efficient Water Heaters
Upgrading your conventional water heater or installing a solar or tankless heater can earn you federal tax credits and noticeably reduce your monthly energy bills.Type: White PaperSponsored by: ProudGreenHome.com -
Solar Hot Water for Your Home
This brochure describes the cost-saving and energy-saving benefits of using solar heated water in your home.Type: BrochureSource: U.S. Department of Energy -
Choosing a New Water Heater
By educating yourself about water heater options available, you can choose the most energy efficient unit to meet your home's needs.Type: Fact SheetSource: University of Georgia Cooperative Extension
