What it Costs to "Green" a Home

Meet an ordinary guy with an uncommon passion for energy efficiency.

Reasons for the Retrofit

Energy-Saving Inspiration

California Mandates Solar Power For All New Homes

See how this cutting-edge state is defining the terms of efficiency.

Tour an Environmentally-Friendly Home 10 Photos

Home to two Atlanta architects, this space offers style + sustainability.

Tips and Trends

Why Is My Electric Bill So High? 16 Photos

Learn tips for battling these surprising electricity guzzlers.

Keeping Energy Inside

How to Build Airtight Insulated Cathedral Ceilings

Proper construction techniques can help ensure energy-efficient ceilings.

Beat the Heat This Summer

3 Ways Heat Enters Your Home

Learn how you can fight conduction, convection and radiation.

Block Solar Radiation With a Barrier

Radiant sheathing reflects heat keeping your attic cooler and bills lower

A Durable Roof That Reflects Heat

Retrofitting a roof can be costly, but it can improve your home’s efficiency.

Identifying Energy Problem Areas

Energy Audit vs. Energy Survey

An audit requires detailed analysis, while a survey involves less data.

Testing a Home's Energy Efficiency

An energy audit involves evaluating a home’s thermal performance.

Building an Energy-Efficient Addition

Add Space If Necessary

But see if you can use your current footprint first.

Stop Costly Air Leaks

Save big bucks on utility bills by air-sealing your home.

New Windows & Doors

Replace leaky single-pane windows with improved double-pane versions.

Deep Energy Retrofits

See how a DER goes the extra mile to save money now and for years to come.

Solar Power & High-Efficiency HVAC

Types of HVAC Systems

Split systems, mini-splits, furnaces and boilers are just a few of the choices for your home.