Dear Jim: I am trying to run my central air conditioner less to save electricity. Would using a portable air conditioner use less electricity? Does one have to be vented outdoors through a window? – Karlene M.
Dear Jim: We are planning our energy-efficient dream home. We have heard about “net zero energy” designs. Are they as livable as regular efficient houses, do they look strange, and how much do they cost? – Steven F.

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