1. Zero Energy Homes From Frame to Finished Exploring the functionality of the energy efficient lifestyle.

2. Construction and Renovation Building New Allows greatest creativity and flexibility Ability to optimize latest technology Renovating Existing Does not require as large of an initial investment Small steps count

3. Building of a straw bale house http://www.eere.energy.gov/buildings/info/components/envelope/framing/strawbale.html

4. Completed straw-bale house http://www.eere.energy.gov/buildings/info/components/envelope/framing/strawbale.html

5. Where to Start? Back to basics Energy star appliances What does it mean? What is it about? PICTURE: http://oee.nrcan.gc.ca/energystar/english/consumers/index.cfm

6. Web Sites Energy Star http://oee.nrcan.gc.ca/energystar/english/consumers/index.cfm Construction and building information http://www.eere.energy.gov/buildings