Energy saving / Green Building & Sustainable Home Renovation Information & Advice

...ENERGY STAR certified. This certification ensures the product meets strict energy performance criteria for your climate zone, confirming its ability to save energy and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Pay attention to the U-factor (lower is better for insulation) and Solar Heat Gain Coefficient (SHGC) (lower is usually...

...Energy home. The concept of the Zero Energy home is appealing in its simplicity: a residence that generates as much renewable energy for heating and electricity as it consumes. Its annual energy balance is neutral, and its greenhouse gas emissions are 100% offset. The design model home in Canada known as the Equilibriu...

...Energy-saving features like built-in thermostats and programmable timers can further enhance efficiency. These features let you maintain a comfortable temperature without continuous operation, reducing both energy use and expenses. Smart convection heaters take convenience a step further by offering Wi-Fi connectivity,...

...energy savings of a radiant barrier may be somewhere in the range of about 8% to 10% of a home’s total cooling costs in areas of high insolation or in other words sun exposure. There are no figures we've found for walls, but as they do not often absorb the same amount of radiation as a roof, the benefits are significan...

...Savings: heat pumps are known for their energy smarts. They can both heat and cool your space while using less electricity than old-school HVAC setups. Over time, that translates into lower energy bills, leaving more green in your wallet. Cash back, tax incentives, rebates and grants for heat pumps: governments and uti...

...ENERGY STAR certified pool pumps specifically as they have been independently tested and certified to save energy and money. In fact, here’s what’s been proven:  ENERGY STAR Certified in-ground pool pumps use up to 65% less energy than standard pool pumps and can save more than $450 a year in energy bill costs; and, C...

...energy and money on pool heating costs and even if some will save more than others. Each tip on their own will save on energy use to some percent, and as they say, there’s no such thing as a small economy! We found a large choice of money saving solar pool heaters online here and we have a guide on saving energy for sw...

...energy and money in the long run. See our page all the benefits of efficient home lighting.  Additional attic insulation is a great way to save money, but be sure to maintain eaves ventilation © Ecohome Attic insulation: The most crucial place to ensure proper insulation for energy saving and money saving is your ro...