Learn about Energy Star solutions for heating, ventilating and air conditioning systems in this guide from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.

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.

The Cooke Street community in Raleigh, N.C., needed to provide attractive, affordable housing. Energy-efficient designs helped keep home costs down.

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 …

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 …

Compact fluorescent lamps last significantly longer and use less energy than standard incandescent bulbs.

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 …

Use this chart from Energy Star as a reference for recommended window and skylight specifications for your climate zone.

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 …

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.

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 …

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.

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.

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 …

Energy Star qualified gas storage water heaters are a great choice for energy savings, performance, and reliability.

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.

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.

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.

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 …

Take the guess work out of selecting the right energy efficient CFL bulbs for your home.