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Transforming a Pre-Fabricated Tuff Shed into a Solar-Powered Workshop
Difficulty: Advanced
Time: Over 1 DayBen Uyeda of HomeMade Modern, an experienced DIYer and architect, considered building a solar-powered workshop from scratch.
Difficulty: AdvancedTime: Over 1 Day
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How Do Solar Panels Work?
Learn how solar panels work and determine if this eco-friendly energy option is a good fit for your home.
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How to Install a Dimmer Switch
Difficulty: Beginner
Time: Under 2 HoursInstead of merely turning lights on or off, get a wide range of light by installing a dimmer switch.
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How to Save Energy
Difficulty: IntermediateTime: Over 1 DayEnergy-efficient homes use less energy and as a result, produce lower energy bills.
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How to Install a Dishwasher
Difficulty: Intermediate
Time: 2-4 hoursA dishwasher installation that doesn't require a plumber.
Carbon Emissions
Better Batteries Are Helping to Reduce Carbon Emissions in Household Chores
As The Home Depot looks for partners to lead our industries into a cleaner future, one clear leader in carbon reduction is TTI. A world leader in power technology, TTI is the manufacturer of such reputable brands as RYOBI and Milwaukee. For years, TTI has been leading advancements in lithium-ion battery technology. In 2020, The …
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How to Stake a Tree
Difficulty: BeginnerTime: Under 2 HoursKeep young trees growing strong by staking them.
Carbon Emissions
Saving Customers $2.8 Billion with ENERGY STAR
In 2017, we committed to saving our customers $2.8 billion in energy costs and helping customers avoid 20 million metric tons of CO2 emissions through the sale of ENERGY STAR® -certified products. In 2018 alone, we saved customers $1.2 billion in energy costs and helped them avoid 7 million metric tons of CO2. According to …
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