You want to get better, but where do you start?      Measurement.       What is your baseline?  How much energy did you use last month?  How much the month before?   How much does your monthly use vary?   Your utility bills should tell you your use for the last 13...

When you do use equipment that uses energy, choose to use efficient models.  Shop for your equipment with energy use in mind.  Energy Star is a rating system to help you select efficient appliances and equipment.  There is even an Energy Star rating for homes!  How...

What is the difference between conservation and efficiency? You can use both to your advantage! Conservation is your decision to use less energy. You may choose to turn things off, or to use nature, no equipment, or to use equipment that is more efficient, energy saving. Efficient equipment uses less energy than the old equipment to accomplish a task as well or better. You can choose to conserve, and use less energy or none at all.