This document provides an overview of energy conservation and efficiency topics including: 1) How homes in the US and Oregon use energy, with heating/cooling and water heating being the biggest users. 2) Common areas where homes waste energy through air infiltration, outdated appliances, and vampire loads. 3) Steps homeowners can take for low-cost weatherization like insulation, duct sealing, weatherstripping, and a conservation kit containing items like CFL bulbs and low-flow showerheads.