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Solar powered homes save more than $10 million
In January 2012, SolarCity a leading provider of clean energy, and Shea Homes, one of the country's largest privately held home builders introduced SheaXero, the no electric bill home. In its first …
| The first step to lowering skyrocketing energy costs is knowing how much energy you're using. Monitor your home energy usage with home energy monitors from TED (The Energy Detective). TED systems allow homeowners, energy auditors, HVAC technicians … | |
| The Thurston Solar Tour in Olympia, Wash. got just what it needed this weekend as gray skies gave way to another day of sun, prompting several people to get out and learn a little more about solar power in the area, according to The News Tribune … | |
 | This topic is very broad and the answers can branch off in many directions. So, to start, here is a short list of practices that can lower your retrofit install costs: Cheap equipment, HVAC contractors that are not knowledgeable or take short cuts … |
 | One of the ways to analyze this is by using a computer program as a tool called GeoAnalyst. Since houses are different in many ways it becomes a very specific question that needs to be individually looked at. This program allows you to put in … |
| Smart meters will soon be installed on the homes of Consumer's Energy customers across West Michigan, according to FOX-17 TV. The new technology allows the utility company to have access to how much energy each customer is using in real time … | |
 | Why should you consider installing a geothermal system to heat and cool your home? A better question, why wouldn't you? Approximately 70 percent of the energy used in a geothermal heat pump system is renewable energy from the ground. The earth's … |
| For the third consecutive month, and despite the 100-degree heat for the past few weeks, causing air conditioners to run virtually non-stop, one Mt. Carmel, Ill. residence has had no net electrical utility usage because it's a net-zero energy home … | |
 | This summer is a great time for home improvement projects. Since going green is more than just a trend, but a lifestyle, it's best to focus on minimizing the footprints in your home. The carbon kind, that is. One of the easiest ways is to ditch … |
| Some things in life are certain — death, taxes and I will never get better at golf. The answer to the payback period question is not one of these things. The needed input contains many variables, including the install costs of your future … |
| Some people want to build green for the environment. Others build green for the green. Bulverde, Texas residents Larry and Debbie Fulton fall into the second category. After an exhaustive amount of number crunching, the couple ended up with an … | |
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Home Exteriors: Choosing the Perfect Look and Materials for Your New Home or Home Remodel
Using specially designed products for new home construction or a home remodel can help homeowners improve the appearance of their home—and reduce overall maintenance needs and cost.Type: GuideSponsored by: Ply Gem -
When is wind power right for you?
Wind power is a wonderful source for energy, but it's worth investigating whether or not it is viable in your region before making the investment.Type: White PaperSponsored by: ProudGreenHome.com -
Take Control of Your Heating and Cooling Costs with High-Performance R-5 Windows
With record temperatures in many parts of the United States, heating and cooling costs are hitting homeowners right in the bank account.Type: White PaperSponsored by: Ply Gem -
Green Home Credits and Rebates
In addition to saving on energy bills, there are many other financial incentives to go green.Type: White PaperSponsored by: ProudGreenHome.com -
Exterior Home Design Elements that Work Together
This white paper, sponsored by Ply Gem, discusses the benefits and strategies of creating a Designed Exterior home.Type: White PaperSponsored by: Ply Gem
