Windows pose a problem. Single paned, aluminum framed windows allow heat to pass through or out of your home, so how can you stop this loss of energy?

Some home designs cause attic layouts which need ventilation help. Installing a solar powered attic vent can be a great solution.

Any break in you insulation allows for a great reduction in your energy efficiency, but you may not realize it, there could be a good number of breaks in your attic insulation.

Most homeowners are concerned about energy savings, but water savings will be the big deal on the horizon. You may hear about greywater, and how you can use it in your home, but can you buy equipment like you would for energy savings?

A report from the Government Accountability Office indicates that it may be a buyer beware situation with EnergyStar. Yes, you still have to do your homework.

I believe in passive measures to ventilate attics, but I bought a solar powered fan to try out an idea.

To make your home green, you should understand a little building science to make wiser choices.

Many green home advocates may not be leading you to a the best green option.

Is there a future trend that we can spot that will indicate what will be incorporated into green homes? How do we define eco-friendly?

After having written a post about building a solar oven, I was asked over the weekend by a friend, could I build one into the home. I took the challenge to make a plan.