Heating is a huge expense for many households... It also accounts for about 56% of the energy used in a home. Performing energy audits around your home could save you money and reduce your energy consumption. Drafts and leaks can waste vast amounts of energy… and they're not just around windows and doors. They can be found around electrical outlets and switch plates, fireplaces, and attic doors. By eliminating drafts many people can reduce their energy use by up to 30% It’s important to make sure your insulation levels are up to today's standards and regularly inspecting your furnace can be very beneficial to money on heating bills. Geothermal Heating systems are a big step in the energy saving direction as well, but they are relatively expensive Converting one million homes to geo-exchange instead of oil or natural gas heating systems would reduce carbon dioxide emissions by 9 billion pounds.