Going Green: Energy efficiency In many ways, going green is all about energy efficiency. Generally, this means reducing energy consumption through more efficient building products. Controlling air leakage is one of the major goals. The most efficient, Net Zero homes (which generate as much energy as they consume), rely on tight seals and high performance mechanical systems to optimize airflow, efficiency and comfort. Despite the mantra to “reduce, reuse, recycle,” consider the tradeoffs between reusing and energy efficiency. Energy Star® appliances improve steadily, so replacing older models often saves money overall, particularly when energy rebates are included. Click the Energy Star Rebate Finder to identify rebates in your areas. For more info on how you can reduce energy in your home, contact us.