As the cost of fuel goes up, the payback time is getting shorter and shorter. Energy-efficiency solutions are becoming more affordable.

Even if you're running air conditioning, the hot water is really a big spike in your energy bill.

The industry is taking steps on both the energy efficiency and clean-energy fronts -- there are plenty of resorts doing one or both of those things.

Partners such as Sears are spreading the word about the importance of energy efficiency in all aspects of our lives. They are a leader in the industry and are doing an outstanding job of educating consumers about the benefits of ENERGY STAR products that help their customers save money and help protect our environment.

Partners such as Lowe's are spreading the word about the importance of energy efficiency in all aspects of our lives. They are a leader in the industry and are doing an outstanding job of educating consumers about the benefits of ENERGY STAR products that help their customers save money and help protect our environment.

They say yes to the oil and gas industry and no to renewable energy and conservation and efficiency.