Most households only require a water heater thermostat setting of 120ºF or even 115ºF. The DEP suggests lowering the thermostat on your water heater by 10ºF to save you between 3%–5% in energy costs. See more...

The good thing about plastic is its durability but the bad thing about plastic is its durability. Those one-time drinking bottles can out live three generations and never really decomposes. Look for non-plastic alternatives such as frozen juice and milk in glass bottles. Analyze the amount of plastic used for packaging and download your movies and music. Buy in bulk and avoid single-serving items. See more...

A geothermal heat pump is an expensive but highly efficient heating and cooling system which can pay for itself within 10 years. Geothermal components are small, durable and easy to maintain. They rely on a constant ground temperature instead of fluctuating outside temperatures. See more...