Alliance to Save Energy « http://www.ase.org/section/_audience/consumers | | Consumer tips on lowering energy costs. home energy checkup , power smart , clearing the air , and appliance olympics. |
Appliance Standards Awareness Project « http://www.standardsasap.org/ | | Report on the latest improvements that increase efficiency in appliances. current lobbying efforts to enact more efficient standards for central air conditioners , clothes washers , fluorescent ballasts and water heaters. |
Building America Program « http://www.eere.energy.gov/buildings/building_america/ | | U. s. department of energy portal to technical resources supporting the construction of energy- and resource-efficient homes. |
Buy Energy Efficient « http://www.buyenergyefficient.org/index.html | | Provides information about the economic , environmental and health benefits of buying energy efficient products for the home. |
CFLbulbs. com « http://cflbulbs.com/ | | Discusses compact fluorescent light bulbs and offers faqs , news items , disposal information , and recalls. |
Consortium for Energy Efficiency « http://www.cee1.org/resid/resid-main.php3 | | Information on energy-saving opportunities for appliances , lighting , air conditioning systems and gas heating. |
Consumer Energy Information « http://www.eere.energy.gov/consumer/ | | Comprehensive u. s. department of energy site , including glossary , fact sheets , and tips for several home systems and appliances. |
Consumer Guide to Home Energy Savings « http://aceee.org/consumerguide/ | | Home energy checklist for action , top rated appliances , highlights from the publication , and an order form for a printed version. |
Dulley House Insulation Guide « http://www.dulley.com/insul/finsul.shtml | | Where to insulate and what materials to use. calculate r-values for walls , attics and crawl spaces. |
Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy Network « http://www.eere.energy.gov/buildings/ | | Topics include lighting , appliances , and heating and cooling equipment; insulation and other weatherization materials; high-performance windows; automatic and " smart" controls; solar buildings; community programs; and related codes and standards |
Energy Quest « http://www.energyquest.ca.gov/ | | California energy commission's energy and environmental education site for students , parents and teachers. materials for students from kindergarten through high school. games , puzzles , science projects on energy and other challenging information. |
Energy Star « http://www.energystar.gov | | Created by the u. s. environmental protection agency and the u. s. department of energy to help consumers save money and prevent air pollution. includes list of qualifying products , contractor selection tips , and contacts for low interest loans for upgradin |
Energy Star Home Improvement Toolbox « http://www.energystar.gov/index.cfm?c=home_improvement.hm_improvement_index | | Tips , statistics , and calculators aiming to help homeowners improve their home's energy performance when repairing , remodeling , or improving their homes. |
Energy Star Homes America « http://www.energystarhomesamerica.com/ | | Information on the epa's energy star program. how to apply energy efficient standards to a new or existing home. how builders can become involved in energy star. |
Energyguide. com « http://www.energyguide.com/energy/default.asp | | Energy analyzer tool. after answering questions about home construction , occupants , and appliances the analyzer provides breakdown and charts showing energy usage and areas that can be improved. |