Energy Efficiency
Resources for making your home more energy-efficient and sustainable.
Choosing Efficient Roofing
This playbook provides a guide to exploring different types of roofing materials and selecting the most energy-efficient option suitable for your home. It includes steps to assess energy ratings and other considerations for effective decision-making.
DIY Home Energy Audit
This playbook provides a structured approach to performing a do-it-yourself energy audit for your home. It will guide you through the necessary steps to identify potential areas for improving energy efficiency.
Eco-Friendly Flooring Installation
This playbook details the steps for selecting and installing eco-friendly flooring materials. It covers the benefits and the process of installation for cork, bamboo, and recycled flooring products.
Eco-Friendly Insulation Comparison
This playbook outlines the process for exploring and comparing different eco-friendly insulation materials. It focuses on assessing their effectiveness, cost, and environmental impact to make an informed decision for sustainable building practices.
Energy Bill Analysis
This playbook outlines the steps to effectively read and understand your energy bill. It guides you through the process of analyzing the various charges and tracking your usage patterns to identify potential savings.
Energy-Efficient Doors Installation
This playbook outlines the steps for selecting and installing energy-efficient exterior doors. The goal is to minimize drafts and reduce overall energy consumption for heating and cooling.
Energy-Efficient HVAC Management
A guide for homeowners to select, install, and maintain energy-efficient heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems. The goal is to optimize home comfort while minimizing energy usage and costs.
Energy-Efficient Landscaping
This playbook guides you through the process of designing a landscape that enhances energy efficiency. By using strategic planting and shading, you can naturally reduce your home's energy consumption.
Energy-Saving Window Treatments
This playbook describes various window treatments designed to enhance energy efficiency in a home by reducing heat loss and gain. The treatments covered include blinds, curtains, and window films.
Energy Star Appliance Guide
This playbook provides a structured approach for buyers interested in selecting Energy Star-rated appliances. It guides them through the benefits, comparison techniques, and potential long-term savings associated with these energy-efficient products.
Enhancing Natural Light
This playbook describes a series of measures to maximize the amount of natural light in a home. Steps include interior design choices, structural modifications, and the optimization of window treatments to amplify sunlight exposure.
Green Building Certification Guide
This guide provides a structured approach to obtaining various green building certifications. It covers an overview of notable certifications like LEED and Passive House, detailing the process for certification and the associated benefits.
Home Air Leak Sealing
This playbook outlines the steps to identify and seal air leaks around doors, windows, and ductwork, improving your home's energy efficiency and comfort.
Home Energy Management
This playbook provides an outline for understanding and implementing home energy management systems (HEMS). It covers the basics of HEMS, their functionality, and the benefits of using them for real-time energy monitoring and saving.
Home Insulation Guide
This guide provides a step-by-step approach to insulating your home. It will cover different insulation materials and installation techniques to improve your home's energy efficiency.
Installing Cool Roofs
This guide outlines the steps for selecting and installing cool roofing materials that reflect sunlight and absorb less heat, promoting energy efficiency and cooler home interiors.
Installing Low-Flow Fixtures
This playbook outlines the steps to select and install low-flow water fixtures such as toilets, showerheads, and faucet aerators, to conserve water and energy.
Integrating Renewable Energy
This playbook outlines the process of integrating renewable energy sources, including wind, solar, and geothermal, into a home energy system. It provides steps to assess, install, and maintain renewable energy solutions.
Reducing Standby Power Usage
A guide detailing strategies to effectively minimize standby power consumption, also known as phantom loads, from household electronics and appliances.
Selecting Energy-Efficient Windows
This playbook outlines the step-by-step process to choose energy-efficient windows. It aims to guide you through various criteria and considerations to enhance your home's comfort while reducing energy loss.
Smart Thermostat Installation
This playbook guides you through the process of understanding how smart thermostats can save energy, choosing the right one, and installing it in your home to improve energy efficiency.
Solar Panel Installation
This playbook outlines the procedure for assessing a home for solar panel installation, understanding associated costs, and details the sequential steps needed for installing solar panels.
Switching to Energy-Efficient Lighting
This playbook guides you through the process of switching to energy-efficient lighting. It covers selecting LED and CFL bulbs, understanding their benefits, and the expected impact on energy bills.
Tankless Water Heater Upgrade
This playbook describes the process of upgrading from a traditional water heater to a tankless water heater, detailing the operational benefits and the sequential steps to complete the installation.
Thermostat Programming Guide
This guide provides step-by-step instructions on how to set up and program your thermostat. The aim is to optimize energy savings by scheduling temperature changes according to your daily routine.
Water Heater Efficiency Maintenance
This playbook aims to guide individuals through the process of maintaining and optimizing water heaters for the best efficiency. It outlines the understanding of different water heater types, maintenance for optimal performance, and deciding the right time to upgrade.
Done reviewing this documentation? Everybody's an expert at something!
(No credit card required.)