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A strategy to adjust energy consumption in response to supply conditions. Benefits include improved grid stability, reduced energy costs, and lower environmental impact.

Green roofs are building roofs that are partially or completely covered with vegetation and a growing medium. Benefits include insulation, reducing urban heat island effect, and creating habitats for wildlife.

Building design that takes advantage of the climate to maintain a comfortable temperature range. Benefits include reduced need for heating and cooling, lower energy costs, and natural lighting.

Wind turbines convert the kinetic energy in wind into mechanical power. Benefits include generating clean and renewable energy, reducing carbon footprint, and lowering operational costs over time.

Windows designed to prevent the loss of warm or cool air from the building. Benefits include significant energy savings, reduced HVAC costs, and increased indoor comfort.

Solar panels are devices that convert sunlight directly into electricity. Benefits include reducing electricity bills, decreasing greenhouse gas emissions, and providing a renewable source of energy.

Energy-saving light bulbs that use light-emitting diodes to produce light. Benefits include longer bulb life, less heat output, and reduced electricity usage.

Glass that can change its light transmission properties in response to voltage, light, or heat. Benefits include reducing cooling costs, controlling natural light, and enhancing building aesthetics.

Solar water heaters use solar energy to heat water for use in homes and businesses. Benefits include lower electricity costs, reduced greenhouse emissions, and availability of federal tax credits.

Intelligent systems that control and monitor the building's mechanical and electrical equipment for more efficient operation. Benefits include energy savings, optimal performance, and comfort for occupants.

A type of hydroelectric power that typically produces up to 100 kW of electricity using the natural flow of water. Benefits include being a clean source of energy, reliable and efficient output, and compatibility with remote rural areas.

A system that collects and stores rainwater for on-site use. Benefits include reducing the demand for potable water, decreasing stormwater runoff, and lowering water bills.

Devices that use the stable ground or water temperatures to heat and cool buildings. Benefits include high efficiency, consistent temperatures, and reduced reliance on fossil fuels.

Systems that use organic materials, like wood and agricultural waste, to produce energy. Benefits include a renewable source of energy, reducing waste, and potentially lowering greenhouse gas emissions.