October 2010

You've bought more energy-efficient lightbulbs and appliances, and you've insulated your attic. You run the A/C less and even line dry your clothes whenever possible. And you're not alone. Energy consumption per capita in 2009 dipped to its lowest level in 41 years. So why do Americans still use more energy than people in most other countries and twice as much as the average European? That's what we wanted to know. 

We started by surveying 1,536 American homeowners about their experiences becoming more energy efficient. Turns out that it's harder than it should be. Though the Energy Star program has saved people billions in utility bills, it should and could deliver even greater savings, as our lab tests continue to show. And government rebate programs, designed to encourage energy-efficient choices, are too complicated and confusing for many consumers.

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