Obama proposes $3,000 home energy rebates Reuters President Barack Obama on Tuesday shared the details of his proposed “cash for caulkers” energy efficiency rebate plan. Reuters reports: “The efficiency plan, which must be passed by Congress, is intended to prompt Americans to invest in everything from insulation or new windows to overarching energy upgrades of [...]

“Smart grid” technology, which uses digital technology to monitor and control electricity flow into homes and businesses, is not as far off as you might think. A recent article in Professional Remodeler called smart grid technology — “including the development of custom and web-based display panels that show real-time home energy use, and even real-time [...]