Historic preservation
Older homes can benefit from energy efficient remodeling techniques.
In this video: A preservation expert shares how to restore an older home economically and energy efficiently.
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Roof and attic
Your roof and attic play the most crucial role in your home's energy efficiency system, reducing your energy costs during the winter and summer.
Habitat for Humanity
Habitat for Humanity is an organization that provides simple, sturdy homes. Learn how energy efficiency is a key factor in building these homes.
Finding an energy-smart builder
An energy-smart builder will help you make the right choices for your family and lifestyle.
Structural insulated panels
Structural insulated panels, also called SIPs, foam-core panels or stress-skin panels, are significantly more airtight than stud walls.
Air quality and ventilation in new homes
New, energy-efficient homes need new solutions to circulate and ventilate the air inside the home.
Building an energy-smart house
Decoding building requirements
Learn about some of the changes for new homes built today. An expert highlights some of the things to consider when building a new home.
Framing options
You have energy efficient and sustainable options when it comes to framing your new home.