When it comes to energy efficiency, the people who design buildings and promote conservation have all sorts of insights and advice. But how do they apply that advice to their own homes? We asked ...

Most households keep a close eye on heating and cooling costs, yet smaller appliances quietly chip away at monthly electricity bills in ways that rarely get noticed. Something as routine as using a ...

This commentary is by Peter Walke, the managing director of Efficiency Vermont. The cheapest energy is the energy we don’t use. This simple fact has guided Efficiency Vermont for more than two decades ...

The average household’s energy consumption plays a surprisingly large role in its monthly expenses. Energy costs often rank among the top household expenditures, impacting budgets across the country.

Gear-obsessed editors choose every product we review. We may earn commission if you buy from a link. Why Trust Us? While size and style are important when shopping for a new refrigerator, energy ...

Despite numerous advances, energy efficiency is often misunderstood. Too frequently, it’s equated with cost-cutting or making do with less. But for today’s commercial leaders, efficiency is about ...

Electric HVAC systems can help you keep your home comfortable using a fraction of the energy. We spoke to experts to find out just how efficient they are. Mike De Socio is a CNET contributor who ...

You can update your existing windows to make them more energy efficient or replace them with Energy Star certified options. Some or all of the mortgage lenders featured on our site are advertising ...

The new energy-efficient garage doors are engineered to minimize heat transfer between the interior of the home and the ...