Created by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Department of Energy to help consumers save money and prevent air pollution. Includes list of qualifying products, contractor selection tips, and contacts for low interest loans for upgrading to high efficiency equipment.
U.S. Department of Energy portal to technical resources supporting the construction of energy- and resource-efficient homes.
http://www.cpsc.gov/tips.html
Consumer Product Safety Commission (U.S.)Safety tips on wide range of issues from backyard pools to electrical hazards, fireplaces to preventing falls from windows.
http://www.eere.energy.gov/buildings/
Topics include lighting, appliances, and heating and cooling equipment; insulation and other weatherization materials; high-performance windows; automatic and smart controls; solar buildings; community programs; and related codes and standards.
http://www.energyquest.ca.gov/
California Energy Commissions energy and environmental education site for students, parents and teachers. Materials for students from kindergarten through high school. Games, puzzles, science projects on energy and other challenging information.
http://www.hgtv.com/
Arranged in villages, the site lets participants hone in on decorating, gardening, remodeling, crafts, and entertainment.
http://hes.lbl.gov/hes/makingithappen/mih.html
Module to help homeowners capitalize on the energy savings opportunities identified by the Energy Advisor module. No regrets remodeling, no-cost and low-cost measures, installation, financing, and case studies.
http://www.ncpc.org/
Articles on personal safety, securing a home and property, and safeguarding a family.
National Hurricane Center (U.S.)Disaster prevention advice on developing a family plan, creating a disaster supply kit, having a place to go, and securing a home.
http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prerel.html
Searchable database provided by Consumer Product Safety Commission.
http://hes.lbl.gov/
Determine the energy consumption of a home and find ways to reduce it.
http://www.thisoldhouse.com/toh/
Expert advice on home improvement, remodeling, gardening and decorating.
http://www.thisoldhouse.com/toh/
Companion magazine to the PBS television show. Subscription information.
http://interiordec.about.com/
About.coms Interior Decorating SiteDecorating ideas, articles and tips plus categorized links on kitchens, baths, home offices, furniture, and flooring.
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