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Learn about Energy Star solutions for heating, ventilating and air conditioning systems in this guide from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
Type: Guide
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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 Paper
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These days everything from trash bags to whole communities is labeled as "sustainable." What does that really mean? The essence of the term sustainable is "that which can be maintained over time."
Type: White Paper
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The Cooke Street community in Raleigh, N.C., needed to provide attractive, affordable housing. Energy-efficient designs helped keep home costs down.
Type: Case Study
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Bosch is committed to delivering appliances with the highest level of performance with the least impact on the environment, and to demonstrate that commitment, all Bosch appliances are EnergyStar …
Type: Brochure
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The average American family wastes nearly $150 per year on energy costs. The low-cost and no-cost ideas in this fact sheet can help save energy and money on your home's energy costs, while still …
Type: Fact Sheet
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Compact fluorescent lamps last significantly longer and use less energy than standard incandescent bulbs.
Type: Fact Sheet
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Space heating and cooling account for more than 40% of the average home's energy use. Energy Star labeled programmable thermostats can save energy and money while still maintaining comfort by …
Type: Fact Sheet
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Use this chart from Energy Star as a reference for recommended window and skylight specifications for your climate zone.
Type: Mini-Guide
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Many doors don't have any glass (like your front door), but even doors with lots of glass (like a sliding patio door) have lower glass-to-frame ratios than windows or skylights. This means doors can …
Type: Mini-Guide
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When you replace a ten year or older clothes washer with a new, Energy Star qualified model, you can save up to $135 annually on your utility costs.
Type: Fact Sheet
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CFL bulbs are energy efficient, saving you money on your home's lighting costs. However, due to trace amounts of mercury contained in CFLs, burnt out bulbs should be disposed of properly through a …
Type: Fact Sheet
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Whether purchasing a new home or a previously owned home, consider not only the price of the home, but also the operating costs of the home.
Type: Fact Sheet
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High-efficiency clothes washers can save you hundreds of dollars annually on your home's energy costs and thousands of dollars annually on your home's water expenses.
Type: Fact Sheet
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The EnergyGuide label can help you find the most energy efficient appliance to meet your home's needs. Appliances have one of two labels, either showing annual energy use for the appliance or one …
Type: Fact Sheet
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Energy Star qualified gas storage water heaters are a great choice for energy savings, performance, and reliability.
Type: Fact Sheet
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An Energy Star qualified solar water heating system can cut your annual hot water costs in half, and is generally designed for use with an electric or gas back-up water heater.
Type: Fact Sheet
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Energy Star qualified heat pump water heaters can save the average household almost $300 annually on its electric bills compared to a standard electric water heater.
Type: Fact Sheet
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By heating water only when you need it, Energy Star qualified tankless water heaters can save the average home more than $100 per year on its gas costs, compared to a standard model.
Type: Fact Sheet
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Lighting accounts for 20%-25% of all electricity consumed in the United States. This white paper is an introduction to lighting technology and offers tips on how to choose the best lighting for your …
Type: White Paper
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Take the guess work out of selecting the right energy efficient CFL bulbs for your home.
Type: Guide
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Use this chart to help select the right Energy Star qualified ceiling fan for your home.
Type: Guide
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This guide provides consumers with home energy and money savings tips such as insulation, weatherization, heating, cooling, water heating, energy-efficient windows, landscaping, lighting and energy …
Type: Guide
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The U.S. Department of Energy and the State of Hawaii's Clean Energy Initiative have listed 36 ways to save energy and money at the office, at home and in the car.
Type: Guide
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A presentation of four affordable near net zero energy houses built and occupied in Orlando, Florida.
Type: Presentation
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This guide shows you how easy it is to reduce your energy use at home. Easy, low cost and no cost tips on saving energy and money at home, from insulation to appliances.
Type: Guide
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Home sealing is a quick and cost effective way to lower your home energy bill.
Type: Guide
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Purchasing energy-efficient products is an important opportunity for consumers to lower their home energy bills.
Type: Brochure
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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 Paper
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Learn the federal tax credits available to homeowners for installing energy-efficient windows and doors.
Type: White Paper
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Learn the components and benefits of energy-efficient homes.
Type: White Paper
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The American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy, Home Energy and Consumer Reports have provided an informational guide for air conditioning units. Learn how to maintain and understand air …
Type: White Paper