Energy Audits- FAQ: How Does An Energy Audit Fit In With Using Renewable Energy Systems?

With an integrated energy plan based on the specific characteristics of a home, we can point out some practical ways that can help homeowner realize the energy savings that they are seeking.    Put another way, renewable energy solutions like solar electric systems are expensive enough that the best way for a homeowner to get the best economic and environmental return is to first address fast payback home energy efficiency measures.  Adding a solar electric system to a drafty house may provide a sense of techno-cool, but integrating a solar installation into part of an overall home energy plan only enhances the the economic and environmental benefits available to a homeowner.