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Water Heating 101 Infographic

Everything you need to know about saving money on water heating costs.

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Energy Efficiency Tax Credits to Consider for 2013

Did you miss the energy efficiency and renewable energy tax credits for 2012? Learn how you can take advantage of them this year.

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Lighting Choices to Save You Money

Learn how to light your home for less money while using the same amount of light.

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Ways to Save Energy This Spring

The start of spring means longer days and warmer weather. But just because temperatures are rising, doesn't mean your energy bills have to. Explore tips for saving energy this spring.

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Saving Energy Saves You Money

When you throw away money on wasted electricity, you're throwing away everything you could have bought with it. The Energy Department partners with the Ad Council to show you how saving energy saves you money.

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The Energy-Efficient Home

For a thorough and accurate measurement of air leakage in your home, hire a qualified technician to conduct an energy assessment, particularly a blower door test.
Home Weatherization
Detecting Air Leaks
Home Energy Audits
Professional Home Energy Audits
The awnings on this home shade the windows and generate electricity. | Photo courtesy of ©iStockphoto/jhorrocks
Home Weatherization
Energy-Efficient Window Treatments

Saving Electricity

Estimate the energy consumption and cost to operate an appliance when making a purchase. Investing in an energy-efficient product may save you money in the long run. | Photo courtesy of iStockphoto.com/wh1600.
Appliances & Electronics
Estimating Appliance and Home Electronic Energy Use
The cost effectiveness of when to turn off lights depends on the type of lights and the price of electricity. | Photo courtesy of ©iStockphoto.com/kyoshino.
Lighting
When to Turn Off Your Lights
Planning for a home renewable energy system is a process that includes analyzing your existing electricity use, looking at local codes and requirements, deciding if you want to operate your system on or off of the electric grid, and understanding technology options you have for your site. | Photo by Francis Fine Art Photography.
Buying & Making Electricity
Planning for Home Renewable Energy Systems

Saving on Heating and Cooling

New Energy Saver 101 infographic lays out the different types of water heaters on the market and will help you figure out how to select the best model for your home. Download a high-resolution version of the <a href="/node/612506">infographic</a>. | Infographic by Sarah Gerrity.
Water Heating
New Infographic and Projects to Keep Your Energy Bills Out of Hot Water
Home heating accounts for about 30 percent of the energy used in the home. | Photo courtesy iStockphoto.com
Heating & Cooling
Overview: Home Heating Systems
A heat pump can provide an alternative to using your air conditioner. | Photo courtesy of iStockPhoto/LordRunar.
Heating & Cooling
Heat Pump Systems
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