How Energy Efficient is Your Life?

Check out the U.S. Department of Energy's Energy Star "Home Energy Yardstick" calculator. This site allows you to enter data about your home's energy usage and compare it to the national average. The site also offers advice and tips on how to make your home more energy efficient.

To find out about energy efficiency in other aspects of your life, check out the Carbon Footprint Calculator from Green Mountain Energy. This site compares your energy use from cars, electricity, travel, and natural gas to the national average to give you an idea of how energy efficient your life is.

Looking to further cut your energy consumption? Check out www.sust-it.net which compares the energy usage for thousands of household appliances. Although this site calculates its prices in pounds, it is still easy to see which appliances and electronics are more energy efficient than others.