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The Benefits of Battery-Powered Equipment

The Benefits of Battery-Powered Equipment

clean? Battery-powered lawn and garden equipment is an eco-friendly alternative, reducing emissions and energy consumption . With cordless tools available for every job around the yard and garden, check into the benefits of this hassle

Eco-Friendly Remodeling

Appliances There can be a significant difference in the energy consumption of some appliances. EnergyGuide labels are attached to seeping in. They also reduce drafts, thereby cutting energy consumption . 7. Use Non-VOC Products Pressure-treated building

Eco-Friendly Bathroom Remodeling

want to upgrade, think about replacing your water heater with a tankless or solar-power system to cut your energy consumption and reduce your utility bill. Another money-saver is radiant floor heating, an incredibly comfortable way

Reducing Heating Costs

Reducing Heating Costs

add supplemental heating sources that are energy efficient. But for starters, you can do a lot to reduce your energy consumption by sealing up the drafty places in your home and changing the way you use your appliances. Start with insulation

20 Ways to Save Money on Your Fuel Bill

20 Ways to Save Money on Your Fuel Bill

prices. 17. Help lightbulbs last longer. Install dimmers in the kitchen and dining room -- it adds ambience while saving energy ! Use sensors outside to turn lights on only when needed. 18. Get rid of lightbulbs altogether. Solar-powered outdoor fixtures

About Refrigerators

quieter in your kitchen than on a concrete sales floor. Check each model's yellow Energy Guide label to determine the average energy use per year. Make sure the models you compare are the same capacity. Icemakers are available in the freezer or in the door

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Window Picks: Energy-Efficient Windows

Window Picks: Energy-Efficient Windows

Windows Andersen Windows and Doors 800/426-4261; andersenwindows.com Andersen SmartSun glass helps reduce energy consumption in the home while providing year-round thermal protection and attractive visibility. While standard solar glazing

Dishwasher Picks

Dishwasher Picks

vikingrange.com One of five programs, auto wash uses sensors to determine a cycle's minimum time, water, and energy consumption . This dishwasher comes in fingerprint-resistant coated stainless steel. Model D3152XL $950-$1,050 Asko

Eco-Friendly Style for Kitchens and Baths

Eco-Friendly Style for Kitchens and Baths

with the push of a button. Select 500 and 800 series dishwashers from Bosch feature an ECOOPTION that reduces energy consumption by up to 25 percent more when selected. Plus, the ECOSENSE Wash Management System uses an infrared light beam

Get Your House Prepped for Winter

Get Your House Prepped for Winter

your windows. In summer, heavy panels can be pulled off for the simplicity of shades. Remember, open curtains help reduce energy use , too. The U.S. Department of Energy recommends keeping drapes open on south-facing windows during the day during heating

Home Performance Energy Audit

Home Performance Energy Audit

and Brian Hogg were eager to do it again when they moved. But saving money isn't all they care about. "Looking at our energy use at home is one way we can make a difference," Brian says. The Hogg's two-story colonial home was built 10 years ago

Earth-Friendly Products for Kitchens & Baths

Earth-Friendly Products for Kitchens & Baths

unit (rather than smaller models placed side-by-side), it features only one compressor -- which helps cut down on energy use . Cool air is then distributed evenly throughout the unit by a forced air system. Suggested retail price: $7,199. For

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