Publications

Learn how air sealing a home can improve its energy efficiency, comfort, and durability.

Learn about different types of batteries and the proper ways to dispose of them.

Learn about biodiesel fuel and how, when combined with vehicles with diesel engines, it can be a green transportation choice.

Learn how a cool roof can save you energy and money while improving the comfort of your home.

Learn about controlling moisture and ventilation in your attic, as well as the steps to create a durable attic.

Learn what an electric vehicle could mean for you, including fuel economy, emission reductions, cost savings, and fueling flexibility.

Learn how to reduce energy use from lighting and choose energy efficient light bulbs, as well as why it pays to make energy efficient lighting choices.

Learn how ENERGY STAR-qualified windows can improve indoor comfort while saving money on heating and cooling costs.

Learn how ethanol is used in transportation fuels and about the different ethanol blends you may find at fueling stations.

Learn how good driving habits and maintaining your car can improve your fuel economy, as well as other ways to save fuel.

Learn how geothermal heat pumps can provide energy efficient heating and cooling using the earth's natural heat.

Learn why a home energy assessment is the essential first step to lowering your energy bills.

Learn about types of heating and cooling systems, system maintenance, and best practices for saving energy with your heating and cooling.

Learn how insulation material, when properly used, can make your home more comfortable and energy-efficient, greatly reducing heating and cooling bills throughout the year.

Learn how simple landscaping techniques, such as using trees, vines, and shrubs to create shade in the summer or to block wind in the winter, can help cut heating and cooling bills.

Learn about the types of home ventilation and how ventilation can help you avoid moisture problems.

Learn how a water-efficient home helps you minimize your water use, harness water for reuse, conserve energy, and save money.

Learn how reducing energy and water consumption in the kitchen means choosing your new appliances with care and using your existing ones more efficiently.

Learn how you can use passive solar home design to reduce your electricity consumption and energy bills in any climate zone.

Learn about the recycling symbols that indicate whether products or packaging can be recycled.

Learn why it's important to reduce vehicle idling and some strategies to cut down on vehicle idling.

Learn how installing residential renewable energy systems, such as geothermal heat pumps and wind or solar energy systems, can save energy, lower utility bills, and earn homeowners money.

Learn about tools to estimate solar rooftop potential, or the amount of solar that could be installed on a residential or commercial rooftop.

Learn how to use a small wind energy system to produce electricity to power your home.

Learn why straight vegetable oil and other waste cooking oils are not the same as biodiesel and why it is important to convert them to biodiesel for use in vehicles and heavy machinery.

Find simple tips in the Energy Saver guide to save money and energy at home and on the road.

Consejos para ahorrar dinero y energía en su hogar

Spark Squad is a comic book series from Energy Saver for Kids. Join the Squad as they learn about marine energy and hydropwer!