Solar power is one of the cheapest and cleanest forms of energy, but because of the upfront cost of installing a solar system, it doesn’t fit many homeowners’ budgets. However, the option to lease solar panels makes cheaper energy more widely available.
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Insulating your windows is a simple way to lower your heating costs. If it’s been a couple of years since you’ve checked your windows, it’s probably time to get some new weather stripping and maybe a little caulk.
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The average home now pays over $160 per month for electric bills, with costs ranging much higher in certain states and during certain times of the year.
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A new breakthrough means we may someday have lights in our homes made of literal plants — thanks to modified succulent plants that can glow at night after absorbing the sun’s energy during the day.
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3D-printed homes can often be built faster and more cost-effectively due to reduced labor and material costs. They can be built using sustainable materials, reducing our reliance on lumber.
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Cleaning or replacing the filters in your HVAC system helps it work as efficiently as possible, using less energy and saving you money. It also reduces stress on the appliance, extending its life.
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Water usage is a hot topic in many areas, a fact that is only becoming increasingly true as the changing climate affects our access to rivers, lakes, and more.
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Air leaks account for a lot of the energy used to cool or heat your home. Sealing those leaks not only saves you money, it also reduces the amount of pollution created while generating the energy to keep your home comfortable.
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Solar farms have the potential to lower energy costs for consumers while also supporting the grid.
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Federal tax incentives for many money-saving upgrades — giving homeowners the ability to score great deals on big household changes — are expiring at the end of the year, but it’s not too late to cash in.
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