Houses are responsible for nearly one-quarter of all energy used in the U.S. today. Energy efficient home improvements are increasingly popular as people realize the impact their choices make on their environment. Of course, there are also savings when you consume less energy. What many homeowners don’t realize is that landscaping choices can improve home energy efficiency. Landscaping and Home Energy Use Knowing how to make your house more energy efficient is useful for saving on energy bills but also reducing your footprint on the environment. The location of plants around a house can change the hyperlocal climate, holding in heat, blocking sunlight, and protecting against wind, for instance. As just one example, blocking cold wind can save a homeowner as much as 25% on heating costs. Know Your Climate Energy efficient landscaping techniques vary depending on the type of climate. The U.S. Department of Energy makes it easy for […]
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