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Energy Saving Efficiency

BlueBolt Plans Whole-House Energy Management via Cloud

Published Mar 25, 2011

Plug-in load controller and wireless ZigBee bridge to be introduced late this year. Read More »

More Options for LED Lighting

Published Mar 09, 2011

New developments in LED lights make them a viable alternative to old-fashioned bulbs. Read More »

Energy Problems Require New Sources and New Efficiency

Published Mar 08, 2011

Energy efficiency in our homes and businesses is the easiest and most effective way to curb greenhouse gas emissions. Read More »

Do Home Appraisers Understand the Value of Home Technology?

Published Mar 08, 2011

How can you make an appraiser understand the value of green technology and energy management in a home? Read More »

Home Theater Goes Solar and Guiltless

Published Mar 08, 2011

This impressive custom home theater is powered by rooftop solar panels. Read More »

Energy Saving Efficiency

Which Energy Efficient Upgrades Yield the Largest Credit?

Published Mar 04, 2011

Some home energy efficiency upgrades can equate to major savings through energy bills and tax credits. Read More »

3 Ways to Reduce Home Energy Use

Published Mar 04, 2011

Automation systems help these homes reduce their electricity use. Read More »

Can Big Homes Be Eco-Friendly?

Published Mar 04, 2011

Several actions can be taken to create a home that is truly energy-efficient. Read More »

Even a Home Theater Can Be Green

Published Mar 04, 2011

High-performance home theater and audio gear can be energy efficient too. Read More »

Energy Saving Efficiency

Control4 Has New Energy Management Feature

Published Mar 01, 2011

Software company Eragy has released its Energy Monitoring Plus app for Control4 systems. Read More »

Green Devices Limit ‘Phantom Power’ Load

Published Feb 24, 2011

Most high-tech houses are cool when the electronics systems turn on, but the coolest part of this home is when the electronics turn off. Read More »

Energy Management With Smart Appliances

Published Feb 11, 2011

"Connected" smart appliances can help you manager your energy usage and save money. Read More »

New HDTVs are Energy Efficient

According to the Consumer Electronics Association, TVs are getting bigger, but also more energy efficient. This is because manufacturers are slowly, but surely, replacing standard fluorescent backlighting on LCDs for LEDs. Read More »

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