Science news articles about 'home energy savings'

... on average, according to a recent study* of California homes by researchers from the National Institute of Standards ... well-placed shade trees can reduce energy costs and atmospheric carbon, as well. ...

Trees positioned to shade the west and south sides of a house may decrease summertime electric bills by 5 percent on average, according to a recent study of California homes.

... immediate feedback on consumption could give home energy savings of up to 20% without compromising comfort. The new energy-saving 'Wattbox' device is part of an innovative approach to energy efficient home ...

Smart control units that learn householders' energy habits and provide immediate feedback on consumption could give home energy savings of up to 20% without compromising comfort...

Smart control units that learn householders' energy habits and provide immediate feedback on consumption could give home energy savings of up to 20 percent without compromising comfort.

... approach to cutting domestic energy consumption based on playing a game - Energy Battle - can lead to household savings of up to 45% on electricity consumption and lead to better energy-saving habits ...