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DOE OSTI2021

Consumer Guide to Kitchen Appliances

Learn how reducing energy and water consumption in the kitchen means choosing your new appliances with care and using your existing ones more efficiently. This fact sheet from Energy Saver includes information on ENERGY STAR-qualified appliances, including refrigerators and freezers and dishwashers. Also learn what to look for when shopping for appliances, as well as practices for saving energy and money when using your kitchen appliances.

appliances, ENERGY STAR, EnergyGuide, refrigerator↗

DOE OSTI2021

Consumer Guide to Home Energy Assessments

Learn why a home energy assessment is the essential first step to lowering your energy bills. This fact sheet from Energy Saver includes information on why to have a home energy assessment, tips for conducting a do-it-yourself (DIY) energy assessment, and considerations for a professional energy assessment.

home energy assessment, home energy audit, DIY, ai↗

DOE OSTI2021

Consumer Guide to Energy-Efficient Lighting

Learn how to reduce energy use from lighting and choose energy efficient light bulbs, as well as why it pays to make energy efficient lighting choices. This fact sheet from Energy Saver includes information on the history of lighting, today's LED lights and how to choose the best ones for your needs, and how to reduce your energy use from lighting.

lighting, light bulbs, LED lights, lumens, dayligh↗

DOE OSTI2021

Consumer Guide to Cool Roofs

Learn how cool roofs can save you energy and money while improving the comfort of your home. This fact sheet from Energy Saver includes information on the benefits of cool roofs, how cool roofs work and can save energy and money, and how to select and buy cool roofing materials.

cool roofs, roofing materials, Energy Saver↗

DOE OSTI2021

Consumer Guide to Home Ventilation

Learn about the types of home ventilation and how ventilation can help you avoid moisture problems. This fact sheet from Energy Saver includes information why it's important to ventilate and how you can use ventilation strategies to control moisture in your home for comfort and energy savings.

ventilation, carbon monoxide, moisture, fans, duct↗

DOE OSTI2021

Consumer Guide to Home Heating and Cooling

Learn about types of heating and cooling systems, system maintenance, and best practices for saving energy with your heating and cooling. This fact sheet from Energy Saver also includes information on buying a new heating or cooling system; efficiency ratings; and selecting new systems including air conditioners, heat pumps, and furnaces.

heating, cooling, air conditioners, heat pumps, fu↗

DOE OSTI2021

Consumer Guide to Durable Attics

Learn about controlling moisture and ventilation in your attic, as well as the steps to create a durable attic. This fact sheet from Energy Saver includes information on why moisture control in attics is important and the strategies you can use to control moisture and ventilation in your attic.

attic, moisture, ventilation, Energy Saver↗

DOE OSTI2021

Consumer Guide to Passive Solar Home Design

Learn how you can use passive solar home design to reduce your electricity consumption and energy bills in any climate zone. This fact sheet from Energy Saver includes information on the elements of passive solar design and information on how passive solar heats and cools.

passive solar, Energy Saver↗

DOE OSTI2021

Consumer Guide to Geothermal Heat Pumps

Learn how geothermal heat pumps can provide energy efficient heating and cooling using the earth's natural heat. This fact sheet from Energy Saver includes information on how geothermal heat pumps work, how they are different from air-source heat pumps, the types of geothermal heat pumps, and how they can help you save energy and money.

geothermal heat pump, heating, cooling, Energy Sav↗

DOE OSTI2021

Consumer Guide to Energy-Efficient Windows

Learn how ENERGYSTAR-qualified windows can improve indoor comfort while saving money on heating and cooling costs. This fact sheet from Energy Saver includes information on ENERGY STAR standards for windows, replacing old windows, and considerations when purchasing windows.

windows, Energy Saver↗

DOE OSTI2021

Consumer Guide to Home Landscaping

Learn how simple landscaping techniques, such as using trees, vines, and shrubs to create shade in the summer or to block wind in the winter, can help cut heating and cooling bills. This fact sheet from Energy Saver includes information on summer and winter landscaping for energy savings, as well as climate-based strategies to improve comfort and reduce energy costs.

landscaping, shade, windbreaks, climate zones, Ene↗

DOE OSTI2021

Consumer Guide to Small Wind Energy Systems

Learn how to use a small wind energy system to produce electricity to power your home. This fact sheet from Energy Saver includes information on how small wind energy systems can work for homes and how to determine whether your site is a good candidate for a small wind turbine.

small wind energy system, wind turbine, Energy Sav↗

DOE OSTI2021

Consumer Guide to Home Insulation

Learn how insulation material, when properly used, can make your home more comfortable and energy-efficient, greatly reducing heating and cooling bills throughout the year. This fact sheet from Energy Saver includes information on the benefits of insulation, types of insulation, and how to determine the right R-value for your home.

insulation, R-value, Energy Saver↗

DOE OSTI2021

Consumer Guide to Biodeisel

Learn about biodiesel fuel and how, when combined with vehicles with diesel engines, it can be a green transportation choice. This fact sheet from Energy Saver also includes information on biodiesel blends, biodiesel performance, and downsides of biodiesel.

biodiesel, vehicles, transportation, diesel engine↗

DOE OSTI2021

Consumer Guide to Reducing Vehicle Idling

Learn why it's important to reduce vehicle idling and some strategies to cut down on vehicle idling. This fact sheet from Energy Saver includes information on why modern cars do not need to idle, circumstances when you can turn off your engine, and some exceptions when you may need to idle.

vehicles, idling, idle reduction, Energy Saver↗

DOE OSTI2021

Consumer Guide to Recycling Codes

Learn about the recycling symbols that indicate whether products or packaging can be recycled. This fact sheet from Energy Saver describes the recycling codes for plastic, glass, and paper that indicate how materials should be recycled or disposed of.

recycling, recycling codes, Energy Saver↗

DOE OSTI2021

Consumer Guide to Fuel Economy

Learn how good driving habits and maintaining your car can improve your fuel economy, as well as other ways to save fuel. This fact sheet from Energy Saver offers tips for how to save fuel and which driving habits and vehicle maintenance practices will have the greatest effect on your fuel economy.

fuel economy, gas mileage, Energy Saver↗

DOE OSTI2021

Consumer Guide to Ethanol and Flexible-Fuel Vehicles

Learn how ethanol is used in transportation fuels and about the different ethanol blends you may find at fueling stations. This fact sheet from Energy Saver includes information on the history of ethanol in the United States, what fuel ethanol is, the three categories of ethanol blends, and flex-fuel vehicles.

ethanol, flexible-fuel vehicles, E10, E15, E85, En↗