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Making smart choices helps consumers keep money in their pockets and save energy. Learn more about how you can save energy and money in the four areas you live your life — at home, at school, at work and on the go — with the news and resources below.

Use Less, Save More

Energy efficiency saves money for individuals and communities alike. The Alliance offers a variety of no-cost and low-cost money and energy saving tips to fit individual pocketbooks, including suggestions for slashing your home electricity bill and preventing blackouts, lowering operating costs in your office and cutting gas costs.

As Heat Wave Ushers In Summer, Energy Efficiency Can Cut Cost of Staying Cool

Summer Home Energy Efficiency Tips
Author: 
Ronnie Kweller
Contact Email: 
rkweller@ase.org
Date: 
June 20, 2012

As summer officially begins with a fierce heat wave over much of the country, the Alliance to Save Energy provides energy efficiency tips that can lower home energy bills even as the temperature soars outside.

As summer officially begins with a fierce heat wave over much of the country, the Alliance to Save Energy provides energy efficiency tips that can lower home energy bills even as the temperature soars outside.

“Simple energy efficiency steps can make your home more comfortable while also easing the strain on your budget,” says Alliance President Kateri Callahan.

Washington, D.C.: Energy-Efficient Building Policy

energy efficiency Washington DC
June 19, 2012
Rodney Sobin
Nicole Steele

Washington, D.C. released its first comprehensive sustainability plan, "A Vision for a Sustainable D.C.," in April 2012. D.C. stepped ahead of the curve first in 2006 with the Green Building Act which required all buildings built in the district to be LEED certified; then in 2008, D.C. passed both the Clean and Affordable Energy Act (CAEA) which requires benchmarking for all commercial buildings, and the 2008 D.C. Construction Codes which made D.C.’s building codes one of the most advanced green codes in the country by creating a standard requiring building to be 20% more efficient than previous city codes.

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NYC, DC, SanFran, Austin & Philly: Cities Use Local Policy to Make Buildings More Efficient

energy efficient cities
June 19, 2012
Rodney Sobin
Nicole Steele

Buildings use huge amounts of energy and are responsible for an estimated 30% of global greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions annually. This report details how five U.S. cities – New York, Washington, San Francisco, and Austin – passed local laws and ordinances that promote energy efficiency and improve quality of life for their residents.

Buildings – which require huge amounts of energy to power their operations – are responsible for an estimated 30% of global greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions annually. And buildings in dense metropolitan areas account for a large portion of those GHG emissions due to the way city dwellers live, work and travel.

12th International Conference for Enhanced Building Operations (ICEBO)

October 23, 2012 - 12:00pm - October 26, 2012 - 6:00pm
303 Deansgate, M3 4LQ Manchester
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Home Energy Assessment: Find Out Exactly What Your Energy Bill is Paying For

Date: Jun 07, 2012

Author(s): 
Michael Timberlake

A home energy assessment or “audit” is the first step in determining how much energy your home is using. By pinpointing energy leaks, you can identify improvements that will make your home more comfortable and save you money.

About 30% of your home’s heating and cooling dollars go right out the door due to leaks and lack of insulation. A home energy audit can keep you from throwing one-third of your energy dollars out the window!

This article is the first in a series on home energy audits/assessments from the Alliance to Save Energy. Check back on ASE.ORG for more!

Top 10 Home Energy Efficiency Tips

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June 4, 2012

Save energy and money with the Alliance's Top 10 (simple yet effective) home energy efficiency tips!

As temperatures heat up this summer, remember that energy efficiency can keep you cool while saving money and preserving the earth's energy resources. 

The average U.S. household will spend about $2,100 on home energy this year, according to Alliance calculations based on May data from the U.S. Department of Energy. But you can spend less with the Alliance's simple yet effective home energy tips.

Topics: Saving Money and Energy
Programs: Communications Program
Resource Type: Tip

World Environment Day Fair and Expo

June 3, 2012 - 10:00am - June 4, 2012 - 6:00pm
3950 Chesapeake St. NW, Washington, District Of Columbia

Fuel Efficiency the ‘Way to Go’ This Summer Driving Season

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Author: 
Ronnie Kweller
Contact Email: 
rkweller@ase.org
Date: 
May 22, 2012

Memorial Day kicked off the summer driving season. While gas prices have dropped, you can still do plenty to make the fuel in your tank last longer.

Today’s Prices Below Historic Highs, But Still a Hardship for Many

The good news: Gas prices have dropped compared to last summer's driving season.  The other good news: You can still do plenty to make the fuel in your tank last longer.

Energy Solutions for Sustainable Embassies Seminar and Reception

June 4, 2012 - 3:00pm - 7:00pm
2121 Crystal Drive, 22202 Arlington, Virginia

New Clothes Washer and Dishwasher Standards to Save You Loads of Money

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Author: 
Ronnie Kweller
Contact Email: 
rkweller@ase.org
Date: 
May 16, 2012

Efficiency standards released May 16, 2012 by the U.S. Department of Energy will slash the amount of energy and water it takes to do your dishes and your laundry – and potentially save you hundreds of dollars. That means lower utility bills for you and environmental benefits for us all – without sacrificing the cleaning performance you count on – according to a coalition of consumer, energy and environmental groups including the Alliance to Save Energy.

Most Efficient Appliances Also Best at Cleaning

Efficiency standards released May 16, 2012 by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) will slash the amount of energy and water it takes to do your dishes and your laundry – and potentially save you hundreds of dollars. That means lower utility bills for you and environmental benefits for us all – without sacrificing the cleaning performance you count on – according to a coalition of consumer, energy and environmental groups including the Alliance to Save Energy.

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