Further Exploration
Net Zero Neighborhood: Future House
Watch this short Ask This Old House video about the low- and clean-energy multi-use Whisper Valley Community in Austin, Texas.
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NREL Research Support Facility (RSF) Documentary
Learn about National Renewable Energy Laboratory’s net zero energy Research Support Facility and how it will set a new benchmark for affordable, sustainable commercial design and construction.
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NREL: State Fact Sheets
Click on a state you are particularly interested in to view a summary of the cost-effective residential savings potential and top priority improvements in that state.
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Carbon Brief Factcheck: How Electric Vehicles Help to Tackle Climate Change
Read this Carbon Brief article fact-checking misinformation about electric vehicles (EVs).
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Going From Pump to Plug: Adding Up the Savings from Electric Vehicles
See how much money EVs save on average in different cities around the United States.
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How Clean is Your Electric Vehicle?
Compare emissions among gasoline-powered cars, plug-in hybrids, and battery only EVs in different U.S. locations (which have different electricity mixes). Enter your ZIP code to see how different types of vehicles stack up in your area.
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Plan a Trip with Plug Share
Try planning an EV trip between two locations and locate charging stations (free registration is required).
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