Energy Efficient Homes For Dummies
Save money with hands-on, smart household energy solutions!Want to make eco-friendly changes in your house that will save energy? This practical guide is packed with tips and projects for increasing your home's energy efficiency while reducing costs and cutting down on waste and pollution. You'll see how to put together your own energy action plan based on your needs — and make your lifestyle more comfortable and enjoyable.Learn from an energy expert — the author draws on his extensive experience to provide the best, most effective solutionsEvaluate your energy usage — perform a home energy audit and identify the areas that need improvementReduce inefficiencies inside and out — banish contaminants, seal and insulate your home, get more from your heating and air conditioning, fix leaks, and moreCut costs in every room — use the right lights and switches, stop wasting water, and lessen the load on appliancesOpen the book and find:Explanations of energy costsAdvice on changing your consumption habitsInstructions for calculating your carbon footprintThe ten best efficiency investmentsTips for financing energy improvementsThe pros and cons of different energy alternativesTop solar investmentsThe most efficient ways to reduce waste