Sustainable Home Design: Building an Energy-Efficient House

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TIPS TO BUILD AN ENERGY-EFFICIENT HOME

SelectanEnergyEfficientHome Design

Selecting an energy-efficient home design helps save money on utility bills by reducing energy consumption. It also contributes to a healthier environment by decreasing carbon emissions, which helps fight climate change.

Choose the best exterior materials

Optimize orientation

UseEnergy-EfficientBuilding Materials

Using energy-efficient building materials for an energy-efficient home helps save electricity and money by reducing the need for heating and cooling. These materials also lessen the environmental impact by cutting down on energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions.

Windows and doors

Heating and cooling systems

InstallEnergy-Efficient AppliancesandElectronics

Using energy-efficient appliances and electronics in your home helps you save money on your electricity bill and reduces your environmental impact by using less energy. It's like using a light bulb that shines just as brightly but uses less electricity, so you can keep more money in your pocket and help the planet at the same time.

Clothes washer and dryer

Dishwasher

Refrigerator

Hot tub

Engage Smart Home Technology

Programmable or smart thermostat - save energy use by 6-10%.

Motion sensing lights and bathroom fans - only turn on when someone is in the room.

Smart light bulbs/Energy Star® Certified Light Bulbs - 75% less energy use

Smart electric meter - helps you lower your monthly power bill and carbon footprint.

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