Creating Energy Efficient Buildings

Course Outline

Energy efficiency means a stronger economy, a cleaner environment, and greater energy independence for America. This course provides tips and ideas on how to reduce your utility bill while maintaining the desired comfort level in your home. Although the course materials are tailored for residential homes, many of the energy-saving tips and ideas discussed in this course are applicable to office and commercial environments, which include sealing air leaks, properly insulating a house, selecting energy-efficient appliances, and replacing incandescent or fluorescent bulbs with LED bulbs.

At the end of this course, there will be a multiple-choice, open-book quiz designed to enhance your understanding of the course material.

Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of this course, the student will: