Author: Rodney B. Flanders

Most homeowners who have heat pumps use them to heat and cool their homes. But a heat pump can also be used to heat water —…

You can lose a lot of energy money by having air leaks. Caulk, seal, and weather strip any cracks or large openings that face the…

Weatherstripping can be used in your home to stop air leaks at joints that move, like windows and doors. If you’re not very handy, you might want…

Learn more about distributed wind! Here are some interesting facts and key points about the U.S. Distributed Wind Market. This article is a part of…

Indirect water heaters, also known as space and water heating systems or integrated water heating systems, use the home’s existing space heating system to warm…

Water softeners are a great option for homes that have light to heavy hard water. A water softener reduces the hardness of water by removing…

You can save money by using less hot water in your home. Use and waste less hot water to reduce your water heating cost. Water heating…

Thermoelectric refrigeration is a revolutionary technology that can revolutionize how things are kept cool, be it food, wine, or beer. It is actually a totally…

Replace old appliances to improve energy efficiency. The refrigerator and freezer are the most energy-consuming appliances in the home. You can use the Energy Star…