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Question:
What are some ways to make a household more energy efficient?

Overview:

Energy efficient homes not only benefit the environment as a whole they also result in long-term cost savings for the homeowner. There are many online resources that can guide developers, landlords, and homeowners on how to save money through energy efficient mechanisms.

Links to more information

Center for Neighborhood Technology- Community Energy Cooperative

Chicago Regional Office of the U.S. Department of Energy

Consumer Guide to Home Energy Savings

Home Energy Saver

Leadership in Energy and Environment Design System

NIPC: Building Sustainable Communities

NIPC: Ecological Planning and Design Directory

Sustainable Building Technical Manual

The American Council for Energy Efficient Economies

The Building Codes Assistance Project

The Energy Star Program

The Healthy Buildings Network

The Rocky Mountain Institute

U.S. Department of Energy - Tips on Saving Energy and Money at Home

US Green Building Council