Improving Attic Thermal Performance
free CONTENT
With metal roofing systems becoming more popular for new construction and retrofits, the Florida Solar Energy Center wanted to learn more about these roofing systems and their effect on thermal performance. [continue reading]
Post-Hurricane Opportunities
free CONTENT
Although coping with hurricanes is difficult, it does offer the opportunity to make homes more energy efficient and comfortable. [continue reading]
Post-Hurricane Opportunities
free CONTENT
Although coping with hurricanes is difficult, it does offer the opportunity to make homes more energy efficient and comfortable. [continue reading]
Roofs Reflect Better Savings
free CONTENT
Reflective roofing represents one of the most significant energy-saving options available to homeowners and builders. [continue reading]
Roadblocks to Zero-Energy Homes
premium CONTENT
In order to reach zero energy, a new home will require at least $20,000 worth of PV capacity just to offset the consumption of miscellaneous devices! [continue reading]
Evaluating Energy Use Feedback Devices
premium CONTENT
Experience shows that occupant behavior can make all the difference when it comes to saving energy in homes. [continue reading]
Reflective Walls
premium CONTENT
In research spanning two decades, the record shows that reflective roofs on houses reduce cooling loads. Generally, at the Florida Solar Energy Center (FSEC), where I do research, we have found cooling energy savings from ... [continue reading]
Online Forum for Homeowners
Visit the Home Energy Saver Community for tons of free info on how to save energy.
Join here!
Home Energy E-Newsletter
Sign up for our free monthly
E-Newsletter!
