It's more important than ever to cut household expenditures where possible. No matter which side of the global climate change debate a homeowner or renter resides on, nobody will deny that it just makes good sense to save money on monthly bills.
The US government is even willing to entice citizens to move in this fiscally responsible direction, via energy tax credits. Although the 2009 tax year has passed, the good news is that the second phase has begun.
Federal Energy Tax Credits for 2010
These energy tax credits are based on Energy Star qualified products, but it bears pointing out that not all qualified appliances and building materials qualify. Always check for updated guidelines before making a purchase or remodeling with a greener building product.