While it may not be possible or cost effective to upgrade your house to this performance level, it is still a good idea to make it more efficient. Furthermore, by buying an energy-efficient home, you are helping to reduce air pollution. Not only will an energy-efficient home save you money, but it will also reduce air pollution. Homes contribute to nearly 20 percent of all air pollution. Energy generation and use is a major cause of air pollution and has also been linked to global warming.
Energy is produced by burning limited fossil fuels like coal, oil, and natural gas.
These energy savings can more than offset any increase in mortgage payments needed for the improved energy features.