Appliances

This section gives suggestions on purchasing energy-efficient appliances such as compact fluorescent lights, airtight recessed light fixtures and efficient water heaters, all of which improve the value of the home and reduce the homeowner’s energy bills.

• US DOE - Office of Building Technology, State and Community Programs - Energy -Efficient Appliances (PDF)
• Home Energy Magazine - Web Resources for Energy-Saving Appliances (PDF)
• Energy Performance Tune-Up - Bulbs, Fixtures, Water Heaters and Other Household Appliances (PDF)
• Energy Design Update - A Guide to Efficient Residential Light Fixtures (Word doc)
• Home Energy Magazine - Creative Uses of Fluorescent Lighting

Energy Star Appliances

• EPA’s Energy Star - Product-specific Information on High Performance Appliances and Lighting for the Home