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Heating and cooling systems account for around 55% of the average home's energy use, according to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE). And during the warmer summer months, HVAC systems are working at ...

Although 70 per cent of survey respondents recognize the importance of reducing their carbon footprint, many are still opting for small-scale solutions. Turning off lights is the most common ...

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Level 4 is the highest level of energy maturity. The most effective cost savers cut their electric bill – a lot. More than half believe that their home value has increased. Catch it and use it, catch ...

Our homes are marvelous machines that keep us warm and dry, protect our stuff, and contain the devices that make our lives easier and more pleasant. They’re built to last, but it’s all too easy to ...

It’s a staggering number, compounded by the fact that it’s actually rather simple to drive down. Approximately $19 billion worth of electricity in the United States is consumed by in-home devices that ...

Understanding the root causes of your high energy bills is the first step to taking control of your finances. A Home Energy Audit is a powerful tool that can help you identify problem areas in your ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. A person setting up a smart plug on a smartphone - Stock-Asso/Shutterstock With the cost of living rising every day, homeowners ...

The "Home Energy Management: Generation, Consumption, Demand Response" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. Rising energy costs and concerns about grid reliability prompt ...