FCS3273/FY1042 Energy Efficient Homes: The Energy and Water Connection

FCS-3273, a 4-page fact sheet by Nicholas W. Taylor, Brent Philpot, and Kathleen C. Ruppert, describes the energy used for municipal water supply and waste water management, and the water used for energy production and strategies homeowners can use to reduce water use in the home. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, June 2008.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/FY1042

FCS3280/FY1049 Energy Efficient Homes: Introduction to LED Lighting

FCS-3280, a 4-page illustrated fact sheet by Barbara Haldeman, Wendell A. Porter, and Kathleen C. Ruppert, describes what light emitting diode (LED) lighting is, how it works, how it compares to incandescents, and whether they are a good choice for home lighting. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, June 2008.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/FY1049

FCS3275/FY1044 Energy Efficient Homes: Indoor Air Quality and Energy

FCS-3275, a 3-page fact sheet by Hyun-Jeong Lee, Kathleen C. Ruppert, and Wendell A. Porter, explains factors that affect indoor air quality and ventilation strategies to maintain good indoor air quality in an energy efficient home. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, June 2008.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/FY1044

FCS3276/FY1045 Energy Efficient Homes: Windows and Skylights

FCS-3276, a 6-page fact sheet by Kathleen C. Ruppert, Wendell A. Porter, and Hyun-Jeong Lee, presents key terms and concerns for windows in Florida homes. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, June 2008.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/FY1045

FCS3279/FY1048 Energy Efficient Homes: Home Inspections

FCS-3279, a 3-page fact sheet by Kathleen C. Ruppert, Anna Cam Fentriss, and Hyun-Jeong Lee, answers home buyers’ questions about how to choose a home inspector, Home Energy Ratings, and mold and fungus inspections. Published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, June 2008.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/FY1048

FCS3277/FY1025 Energy Efficient Homes: Water Heaters

FCS-3277, a 6-page fact sheet by Wendell A. Porter, Hyun-Jeong Lee, and Kathleen C. Ruppert, answers homeowner questions about water heaters, which can account for one-third of the energy expense for a home. It describes factors to consider when purchasing and the various choices available. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, June 2008.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/FY1025

FCS3271/FY1040 Energy Efficient Homes: An Introduction to Carbon Footprints

FCS-3271, a 5-page illustrated fact sheet by Nicholas W. Taylor, Jeffrey Michael, and Kathleen C. Ruppert, introduces the concept of carbon footprint and how it is calculated, including quick facts and a glossary of terms. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, June 2008.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/FY1040

FCS3266/FY1032 Energy Efficient Homes: Appliances in General

FCS-3270, a 4-page fact sheet by Hyun-Jeong Lee, Kathleen C. Ruppert, Wendell A. Porter, and Travis Prescott, is part of the Energy Efficient Homes series. It describes what you should look for in energy efficient home appliances, and other energy saving tips. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Family, Youth and Community Sciences, June 2008.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/FY1032

FCS3260/FY1030 Energy Efficient Homes: Laundry Area

FCS-3260, a 5-page illustrated fact sheet by Hyun-Jeong Lee, Kathleen C. Ruppert, and Wendell A. Porter, is part of the Energy Efficient Homes series. It discusses how to save energy in the laundry area including where it should be located, how to use current washing machines and dryers more efficiently, how to buy a new appliances. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Family, Youth and Community Sciences, June 2008.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/FY1030

FCS3267/FY1028 Energy Efficient Homes: Easy Steps to Improving Your Home’s Energy Efficiency

FCS-3267, a 5-page fact sheet by Nicholas W. Taylor, M. Jennison Kipp, and Kathleen C. Ruppert, is part of the Energy Efficient Homes series. It provides an overview of steps that
Florida residents can take to reduce their home’s energy demand, improve its efficiency, and reduce their energy bills. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Family, Youth and Community Sciences, June 2008.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/FY1028

FCS3268/FY1033 Energy Efficient Homes: Incentive Programs for Energy Efficiency

FCS-3268, a 4-page fact sheet by Nicholas W. Taylor, M. Jennison Kipp, and Kathleen C. Ruppert, is part of the Energy Efficient Homes series. It defines key terms, tells who offers energy incentives, what types of incentives there are, and what considerations homeowners should have. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Family, Youth and Community Sciences, June 2008.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/FY1033

FCS3270/FY1031 Energy Efficient Homes: Fluorescent Lighting

FCS-3270, a 6-page fact sheet by Hyun-Jeong Lee, Kathleen C. Ruppert, and Wendell A. Porter, is part of the Energy Efficient Homes series. It defines flourescent lighting terms and ansers many questions homeowners might have about compact flourescent lighting. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Family, Youth and Community Sciences, June 2008.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/FY1031