1. Test your home’s energy IQ: Get an energy audit to determine the best roadmap to a healthy, comfortable and energy efficient home.

2. Unplug energy vampires: In the average home, 40% of all electricity is used to power home appliances while they’re turned off.

3. Insulate yourself against rising energy costs: Well-installed green insulation is the biggest bang-for-your-buck improvement you can make.

4. Get your ducts in order: In California, duct leakage accounts for a loss of 30% of heating and cooling energy.

5. Reduce, then produce: Before installing an expensive solar array, make your home a lean, efficient machine — then pay a lot less for your sun collectors.