Heating and cooling systems account for around 55% of the average home's energy use, according to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE). And during the warmer summer months, HVAC systems are working at ...

Level 4 is the highest level of energy maturity. The most effective cost savers cut their electric bill – a lot. More than half believe that their home value has increased. Catch it and use it, catch ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Modern homes are outfitted with dozens of electronic devices and appliances, and the U.S. Energy Information Administration estimates that the ...

It’s a staggering number, compounded by the fact that it’s actually rather simple to drive down. Approximately $19 billion worth of electricity in the United States is consumed by in-home devices that ...

Although 70 per cent of survey respondents recognize the importance of reducing their carbon footprint, many are still opting for small-scale solutions. Turning off lights is the most common ...

Shipley Energy reports 10 actionable steps to lower your electric bill, including rate shopping and energy efficiency ...

Climate change shapes where and how we live. That’s why NPR is dedicating a week to stories about solutions for building and living on a hotter planet. Our homes use a lot of energy. The huge amounts ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Amid rising energy costs nationwide, House Republicans voted to kill two long-standing federal tax credits that help Americans ...

Our homes are marvelous machines that keep us warm and dry, protect our stuff, and contain the devices that make our lives easier and more pleasant. They’re built to last, but it’s all too easy to ...

A renovation is an opportunity to improve your home — whether that’s to boost comfort or transform the look and feel. Prioritizing energy efficiency in your project can help achieve these goals while ...